Extreme cold

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.

Our missions

  • Monitoring the progression of extreme cold waves

  • Implement measures to reduce cold-related risks

Publications

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

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Winter Monitoring of the Effects of Cold Weather on the Health of Homeless Populations in the Île-de-France Region: Use of Data from the Oscour® Network