Burning up — How can we adapt to a warming world?

As the planet warms, our environment will be transformed — and so will our bodies. In this series, we explore the health impacts of climate change, from extreme heat and worsening air quality to smaller harvests and increased infection risks. We also investigate the solutions that could help us adapt to a warmer future.

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Climate change will triple the number of days over 105 F in the US. The health impacts will be dire.

Science Spotlight Extreme heat will become more common as the climate continues to warm. That will affect almost every facet of our health.

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