Heat Exposure and Dementia-Related Mortality in China

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Dementia, characterized by cognitive impairment and functional decline, has become a significant global public health concern.1 The reported global prevalence of dementia reached 43.8 million in 2016, an increase from 20.3 million cases reported in 1990.2 This number is projected to increase to an estimated 152 million individuals by 2050.3 The aging population contributes to this increasing prevalence, placing a burden on health care systems and society at large.4 Concurrently, climate change emerges as an urgent global challenge with profound effects on human well-being and health.5 Extensive research has documented the adverse effects of extreme heat on various health outcomes, including respiratory diseases, cardiovascular events, and mental disorders.6-9

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