A new European report identifies Portugal and Spain as the most vulnerable nations to climate-related health risks, noting a 318% increase in extreme heat alerts over the last decade and rising threats from infectious diseases.
European report warns of worsening impact of climate change on health in Portugal
Tuesday, 21 April 2026RSS
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