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• Bangkok Records 18 Straight Days of Dangerous Heat Stress as Heat Index Persists Above 42 Degrees

  Published: Apr 18, 2026

  Section: Asia

  The Bangkok Environment Department has reported that the city's heat index remained in the "danger" category for the 18th consecutive day on April 18, 2026. Authorities are warning...

• New NYU Study Identifies Lower Heat Risk Thresholds for Vulnerable Older Adults in Urban Environments

  Published: Mar 23, 2026

  Section: Health

  Research from NYU Grossman School of Medicine reveals that heat-related emergency admissions for vulnerable seniors spike at a heat index of 90°F, significantly lower than the curr...

• New NYU Study Finds Vulnerable Older Adults Face Severe Health Risks at Heat Thresholds Lower Than Municipal Alerts

  Published: Mar 23, 2026

  Section: Health

  Researchers from NYU Grossman School of Medicine have identified that heat-related emergency department visits among vulnerable seniors spike at 90°F, five degrees lower than New Y...