全科医疗中的热健康：预防与热相关疾病的循证方法。

Heat health in general practice: An evidence-based approach to the prevention of heat-related illness.

作者信息

Hamrosi Michelle, Wylie Kate, Foong Lai Heng, Loo Kim

机构信息

MBBS, BBiomedSc (Hons), FRACGP, IBCLC, DCH, General Practitioner and Lactation Consultant, Surf Beach Surgery, Batemans Bay, NSW; Clinical Lecturer, School of Medicine, Australian National University, Canberra, ACT; Community Engagement Officer, Australian Breastfeeding Association Community Protection for Infants and Young Children in Bushfires Project, Melbourne, Vic.

FRACGP, MBBS, BHSci, DCH, Grad Cert PESH, GP and Executive Director of Doctors for the Environment Australia, Adelaide, SA.

出版信息

Aust J Gen Pract. 2025 Jan-Feb;54(1-2):25-33. doi: 10.31128/AJGP-06-24-7329.

DOI:10.31128/AJGP-06-24-7329

PMID:39908993

Abstract

BACKGROUND

The year 2023 was the hottest on record, with heatwaves becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change. Extreme heat is the deadliest climate related event, causing significant morbidity and mortality globally. Vulnerable groups include older people, young children and pregnant women.

OBJECTIVE

This paper aims to equip general practitioners (GPs) with evidence-based strategies to prevent and mitigate heat related illnesses. It identifies at-risk populations through life stage analysis and advocates for effective adaptation and mitigation strategies.

DISCUSSION

This paper highlights essential practice points for GPs and discusses the expanding evidence on heat-related health impacts, including direct effects like heat stress and indirect effects such as exacerbation of chronic diseases. The importance of cooling strategies and heat action plans are emphasised while advocating for systemic changes to address the root causes of heat-related health risks.

摘要