Heatwave in Italy: Rising Temperatures in Rome Lead to Increase in Emergency Cases

Original title: The temperature in Rome exceeded 41 degrees, and the number of emergency cases in hospitals in Italy increased significantly

China News Service, July 19 (Xinhua) According to the British “Guardian” report, as the heat wave continued to invade Italy, on the 18th local time, the temperature in the capital Rome exceeded 41 degrees Celsius, and the number of people seeking first aid for heat-related diseases in hospitals across Italy rose sharply.

According to reports, the temperature in Rome reached 41.8 degrees Celsius on the 18th, breaking the record of 40.7 degrees Celsius set in June 2022. West of Italy, Sardinia recorded a maximum of 45C.

Local hospitals reported a 20% to 25% increase in emergency room visits due to dehydration or other ailments triggered by overexposure to the heat.

A hospital in the southern Italian city of Naples said 231 patients had received emergency care in the past 24 hours, the equivalent of one patient every six minutes and the highest number in a single day since the start of the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic.

According to reports, these patients mainly come from the elderly in local nursing homes, but also people of other age groups including tourists.

Giovanni Leoni, vice-president of the Italian Federation of Doctors, said that Italy has one of the most aging populations, and when advanced age is combined with symptoms such as heart disease or breathing difficulties, soaring temperatures can be fatal.

According to reports, the Italian Ministry of Health has placed 23 cities, including Rome, Florence, and Bologna, on a “red alert” status. This measure means that high temperatures are considered to pose a health threat to the entire population, not just children and children. the elderly.

Local health authorities urged people to wear linen clothing, avoid going out in the heat of the day and refrain from drinking alcohol, coffee and carbonated drinks.Return to Sohu to see more

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2023-07-19 06:54:00