Cool roofs, cool bodies: bangladesh study tests home fixes for deadly heat

NCT ID NCT06979258

First seen Feb 21, 2026 · Last updated May 25, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study looks at whether adding cooling equipment and better building materials to homes can reduce the harmful effects of heat stress in low-income communities in Bangladesh. About 1,500 people living in hot, metal-roofed homes will get cooling upgrades and wear monitors to track their heart rate, sleep, and comfort. The goal is to find simple, affordable ways to protect people from heat-related health problems.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh

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    Dhaka, Dhaka Division, 1212, Bangladesh

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