Exposure to higher temperatures is an established threat to public health and has been reported to be associated with many medical conditions and deaths. On extremely hot summer days, US adults are reported to be at an increased risk of visiting emergency dept. (ED) rooms for mental health crises related to substance use, anxiety, stress & more.
This is revealed in a study published in the Journal JAMA Psychiatry by Dr Amruta Nori Sarma and her team at Environmental Health at Boston University School Of Public Health. Amruta and her team obtained daily maximum ambient temperature data from the PRISM climate group. To find the relation between higher temperatures and ED visits, data had to be analysed considering various circumstances including age, sex, locations etc.
Finally the studies suggested established an association between higher ambient temperatures & ED visits. The main findings of the study are as follows:
1. There is a higher likelihood of Emergency Department Visits for mental health conditions on days of extreme heat.
2. This adds to growing evidence that warmth brought on by climate change can worsen symptoms of mental health conditions.
3. The findings could inform Public Health measures to prevent worsening of mental health symptoms in susceptible individuals during high temperatures.
4. The key takeaway from this study is that days of extreme heat are also linked to a higher risk of needing care for mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, substance use & self harm.
5. Extreme weather events such as droughts, wildfires & floods have a clear impact on the mental well- being of the people who experience them.
However, the persistent anxiety about the future of life on our planet looms and can also take its toll. Many environmental campaigners who are frustrated at the failure of politicians and capitalists to act in time to take measures to prevent the adverse effects of climate change on biodiversity as the planet may experience. Thus it is important to build resilience and to turn “eco-anxiety” into positive action.

Man Day Beach Hot Male Ocean Water Drinking
Climate Change & Hotter Weather Can Impact Mental Health – Study Reveals
Latest from Health

AI Breath Test Diagnoses COPD in 5 Minutes, Identifies Millions Undiagnosed
A new AI-powered device called N-Tidal Diagnose is about to change how doctors diagnose lung conditions, particularly chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This portable breath analyzer promises to deliver results in just

NSW Health Urges Caution as Nitazene-Laced Fake Oxycodone Circulates
NSW Health has issued an urgent warning about dangerous counterfeit oxycodone tablets circulating in NSW. These fake pills contain nitazenes – extremely potent synthetic opioids that can be hundreds of times stronger

Mia Love Dies at 49 from Glioblastoma, an Aggressive Brain Cancer
Mia Love, the first Black Republican woman elected to Congress, died Sunday at her home in Saratoga Springs, Utah, surrounded by family. She was 49 years old. Love, who represented Utah’s 4th

NHS Reports 1 Million Norovirus Searches Amid Record Hospital Cases
NHS England reports over one million people searched for norovirus advice online this winter, making it the most visited health condition on the NHS website. This surge in web traffic coincided with

UK’s Bubonic Plague Report Incorrect; Lab Error Cited
A reported case of bubonic plague in the UK has been identified as a false alarm. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has clarified that the report originated from a lab data

National Vitamin C Day: April 4 Highlights Essential Health Benefits
Humans have always needed multiple kinds of vitamins to survive. Vitamin C is one of them. To raise awareness about its importance, Vitamin C Day began to be observed on a national

Western Australia Records 3 Measles Cases in 2025, Half of Last Year’s Total
Western Australia could be heading toward its worst measles outbreak in five years, as health officials race to contain the spread of the highly contagious disease. With three cases already recorded just

World Autism Awareness Day 2025: 1 in 100 Children Affected Globally as UN Links Neurodiversity to Sustainable Goals
Autism is a mental condition characterized by difficulty focusing on details, unusual reactions to sensations and challenges in responding to and communicating with the outside world. The United Nations General Assembly resolved

WHO Reports 1.25 Million TB Deaths in 2023 Amid Rising Drug Resistance
There are many diseases in the world that affect humanity. TB or Tuberculosis is one of them. In order to emphasize the importance of prevention and treatment of this killer disease, World

Toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’ Detected in Popular Smartwatch Bands
A University of Notre Dame study found concerning levels of toxic chemicals in popular smartwatch bands, prompting lawsuits and raising questions about the safety of wearable technology. Recent testing has revealed that

NHS Opens Booking for Spring COVID-19 Booster for 7.5 Million Eligible Individuals
The NHS has opened its national booking system today for 7.5 million eligible people to schedule their spring COVID-19 vaccination. Appointments will begin from April 1st, providing crucial protection for those most

Grow Your Own Ozempic: Students Develop Plant-Based Weight Loss Drugs
University of Ottawa undergraduates have created a sustainable way to produce weight loss drugs using plants, potentially addressing global shortages and high costs. A team of undergraduate researchers at the University of

Cannabis Use Raises Heart Attack Risk Sixfold in Under-50s
Recent studies reveal a worrying connection between cannabis use and heart problems, especially for younger adults. Research presented at the American College of Cardiology shows cannabis users under 50 face significantly higher

Heavy Metals Found in Nearly Half of Tested Baby Formulas
Recent investigations have uncovered worrying levels of heavy metals and other contaminants in some popular baby formulas, prompting immediate action from health authorities and raising questions about infant food safety. Consumer Reports

Texas Measles Outbreak: 309 Cases, 1 Child Fatality Reported
The measles outbreak in Texas has now affected 309 people and claimed the life of an unvaccinated school-aged child, according to the latest report from the Texas Department of State Health Services