New research estimates a 32% increase in deaths of people under 35 if greenhouse gases not radically cut

Summary

A new study reveals that younger people, particularly those under 35, are at a higher risk of heat-related deaths due to climate change.

While older people are more susceptible to cold-related deaths, the increasing global temperatures will shift the mortality burden towards younger populations.

Factors such as physiological differences, occupational risks, and acclimatization contribute to this trend, emphasizing the need for targeted measures to protect younger individuals from the impacts of climate change.