Kanak-kanak, warga emas paling terdedah kesan El Nino ekstrem
PETALING JAYA: Kanak-kanak dan warga emas merupakan antara yang berisiko tinggi sekiranya negara berdepan fenomena El Nino ekstrem. Pakar perubatan kesihatan awam, Datuk Dr. Zainal Ariffin Omar berkata, selain golongan itu, ibu hamil, pekerja luar serta individu yang menghidap penyakit kronik juga mudah terjejas jika terdedah kepada suhu tinggi secara berpanjangan. Menurutnya, kanak-kanak berusia bawah ... Read more The post Kanak-kanak, warga emas paling terdedah kesan E
Children and the elderly are identified as the most vulnerable groups if Malaysia experiences an extreme El Nino phenomenon. Public health experts also point out that pregnant women, outdoor workers, and individuals with chronic illnesses are at higher risk due to prolonged exposure to intense heat. These groups are particularly susceptible to the adverse health effects associated with extreme weather conditions. The severity of the impact will depend on the duration and intensity of the heatwave.
Understanding these vulnerabilities is crucial for implementing targeted public health measures and advisories to protect the most at-risk populations during extreme weather events.
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