Extreme heat poses growing threat to an aging population, but many are unaware of the risk

Published Date: 21 Aug 2025

Older adults often don't realize how vulnerable they are to extreme heat and most aren't prepared for long periods of hot weather, according to a review of more than 40 studies.

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