Climate change

Climate change is rapidly and profoundly altering the environment. The health impacts of climate change are numerous and varied.

Our missions

  • Identify and monitor the effects of climate change on health risks

  • Implement measures to prevent these risks

  • Document the already observable health impacts of climate change

Publications

Here you will find the latest scientific publications related to the studies and research conducted by Santé publique France.

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55 publications

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Estimating the proportion of mortality attributable to heat exposure among the general population in metropolitan France. Application to the summer surveillance period (June 1–September 15) from 2014 to 2022

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Fortes chaleurs, canicule

Extreme heat, heat wave

thematic dossier

Heat waves can have a significant impact on health. It is therefore essential to take proper precautions. Certain measures must be put in place, especially for those most at risk.

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Extreme cold

thematic dossier

Cold weather increases the risk of cardiovascular and respiratory conditions and can lead to hospitalizations and death. This impact is observed within 3 to 21 days of exposure to the cold.

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