HEAT STRESS

This study looks at whether giving air conditioners to older adults in Boston who don't have them can reduce heat stress, heat strain, and related health problems. About 100 people aged 55-95 from specific neighborhoods will take part. Some get an AC unit and electricity help in …

This study looks at how being in a hot room affects the body, thinking, and mood of people with schizophrenia. Ten adults with or without schizophrenia will sit in a warm or hot room for six hours, doing light activity. The goal is to learn how heat impacts them, so better advice…

This study looks at how wearing a hijab (headscarf and cloak) affects heat loss in young women during moderate exercise in hot, dry conditions (40°C). Twelve healthy women aged 18-35 will exercise in a special room that measures body temperature and heat exchange. The goal is to …

This study looks at whether taking a hot bath before or after intense exercise helps muscles recover better. Researchers will measure muscle function and a protein called HSP70, which helps protect and repair cells. The study involves 96 healthy young male athletes who exercise 1…

This study looks at why some people get sick from heat and sun exposure while others don't. Researchers will test 80 healthy adults from Denmark and Greece in controlled heat and UV conditions. The goal is to create personalized alerts and advice to help people stay safe during h…

This study looks at whether common blood pressure drugs (beta blockers) cause older adults to get hotter during extreme heat. Researchers will measure body temperature and sweating in 22 healthy people aged 65+ while they are exposed to heat for 3 hours. The goal is to understand…

This study looks at whether the recommended indoor temperature limit of 26°C is still safe for older adults (ages 65-85) when they wear extra clothing or do light activities like stepping exercises. Ten participants will spend 8 hours in a controlled room under different clothing…

This study tests if installing cooling equipment in low-income homes in Bangladesh can reduce heat stress and improve health. About 1,500 participants will have sensors placed inside and outside their homes and wear monitors to track heart rate, sleep, and other health measures. …

This study checks if keeping indoor temperatures at 26°C (the recommended limit for older adults) can prevent dangerous heat strain and thinking problems in children aged 10 to 15 during a simulated school day. Ten kids will be exposed to both 26°C and 36°C conditions while doing…

This study looks at how older women (65+) handle extreme heat and humidity. As climate change brings more heat waves, researchers want to find the exact point where the body can no longer cool itself, which can lead to heat stroke. Twelve women will rest in a hot room while humid…

This study aims to find out if the recommended indoor temperature limit of 26°C (79°F) is safe for healthy, active young adults. Researchers will measure body temperature, heart strain, and thinking skills in 10 young volunteers during an 8-hour day in a warm room. Participants w…