10 Aug 2023
35m

Lives, Livelihoods, and the High Cost of Heat

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The Daily

This podcast episode uncovers the severe impacts of extreme heat on indoor workers in the United States, highlighting the economic consequences. It emphasizes the need to address the rising economic costs of climate change and calls for comprehensive regulations to protect worker safety and productivity. Additionally, the episode provides insight into the body's cooling mechanisms and the negative effects of heatstroke on various organs, urging individuals to take practical measures to adapt to extreme heat conditions.

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