Publications by authors named "Robert Stephen John Sparks"
Lancet Planet Health
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- Weather and climate patterns significantly affect societal health, but there’s a lack of comprehensive data linking specific hazards to mortality causes, leading to uncertainty about health burdens in various countries.
- A survey of 30 experts in the UK revealed that short-term exposure to extreme temperatures is the primary contributor to weather-related deaths, primarily through cardiovascular and respiratory issues.
- The research highlights overlooked health impacts, such as long-term effects of weather hazards, and predicts worsening mortality rates due to climate change, emphasizing the need for expert insights to understand climate-related health issues globally.
