Climate Change Doubles Pregnancy Heat Risk Days

Pregnancy Heat Risk Days Doubled in Five Years, Study Shows The number of days with high heat risk during pregnancy has doubled in the past five years, according to new research from Climate Central. The study found that the average number of such days nationwide has reached nearly 25 per summer, raising concerns about the impact of climate change on maternal and fetal health. "Extremely hot days are associated with an increased risk of preterm birth or complications resulting from infections and changes in fetal heart rate," the study reports. The increased risk highlights the urgent need for measures to mitigate the effects of climate change and protect pregnant individuals from extreme heat. The study's findings underscore the growing threat of climate change to public health, particularly for vulnerable populations like pregnant women. Further research is needed to fully understand the long-term implications of this trend and to develop effective strategies for prevention and mitigation.