Heat Kills Thousands in the U.S. Every Year. Why Are the Deaths So Hard to Track?

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2024
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The New York Times

This article discusses the rising number of deaths linked to extreme heat in the U.S., highlighting the vulnerability of certain populations and the challenges in tracking and addressing heat-related mortality.

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Published on 10/22/2021