Heatwaves Increase Respiratory Infection Risk

France is experiencing severe heatwaves, which are increasing the risk of hospitalizations for respiratory infections. A study of 660,000 patients found a link between heatwaves, air pollution from wildfires, and increased respiratory illness. Experts warn that anyone can become infected due to the strain on the lungs caused by the extreme weather.

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