Madeleine Thomson on Why Tropical Nights Put Vulnerable Communities at Risk
The rise of “tropical nights” across Europe — evenings when temperatures stay above 20 °C — has brought new attention to the health risks of climate change. As Sky News reported, countries like Greece and Italy have recorded unprecedented numbers of these nights, straining communities unprepared for prolonged heat.Dr. Madeleine Thomson, whose work is highlighted in her Wellcome Trust profile, emphasizes that not everyone is equally at...