Data
The study on the health impacts of cold weather conducted by Santé publique France highlighted excess mortality linked to these weather events.
Mortality attributable to cold temperatures
The effects of cold temperatures have a very distinct profile. The impact of cold is not immediate. In total, between 2000 and 2010, in 18 metropolitan cities, 46,256 [38,005–54,043] deaths were attributable to cold. Thus, in these cities, cold weather accounts for 3.9% [3.2–4.6] of deaths. The greater impact of cold weather on mortality is explained by the number of days during which cold weather is present, which is much higher than for heat.
article
6 September 2019
The Effects of Heat and Cold on Overall Mortality in France Between 2000 and 2010
rapport/synthèse
7 June 2019
The Impact of Temperature on Mortality in Eighteen French Urban Areas Between 2000 and 2010
In relation to
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.
Climate change
thematic dossier
Climate change is rapidly and profoundly altering the environment. The health impacts of climate change are numerous and varied.
Carbon monoxide
thematic dossier
Colorless, odorless, tasteless, and non-irritating, carbon monoxide (CO) is an imperceptible toxic gas. It is the cause of many cases of poisoning during the winter months.
