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HEALTHMay 28 · 10:34 UTCSCMP CHINAOscar Liu

University heat project cuts medical emergencies for Hong Kong’s vulnerable elderly

A three-year 'Beat the Heat' project by the Chinese University of Hong Kong improved health outcomes for elderly residents by teaching heat protection strategies. The initiative led to a 132% increase in knowledge about heat-related risks and a 37% reduction in medical emergencies among participants.

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