How extreme heat and cold affect health differently

Scientists have been studying how extreme temperatures impact urgent healthcare needs. Their findings suggest that while both extreme heat and cold can harm health, their effects aren't equal. The research looks at how often people end up in emergency rooms or need urgent care during these temperature spikes. Hot and cold waves have been getting worse over time. Research shows that extreme heat might actually be deadlier than extreme cold. However, cold temperatures lead to more hospital visits for breathing problems. The study combines data from many places to get a clearer picture of how temperature affects health.Most research on temperature-related health risks focuses on deaths. But this review looks at urgent care visits too. It’s one of the first times scientists have compared how heat and cold influence these immediate health needs. The results could help hospitals prepare better for temperature-related emergencies.