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Elizabeth Cerceo
Coverage of Elizabeth Cerceo in the Nexus archive.
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- As it celebrates the nation’s past, Philadelphia braces for a hotter future
Philadelphia experienced a record-breaking heatwave during its 250th anniversary celebrations, with 18 people treated at a World Cup game and related events. Experts linked the extreme heat to climate change, warning of increased risks as temperatures rise. City officials are adapting to mitigate future heat-related emergencies.
- When Natural Disasters Strike, Another Crisis Hits Those Recovering From Opioid Addiction
A natural disaster in North Carolina highlighted the challenges faced by individuals recovering from opioid addiction in accessing essential medications. A group of doctors is urging federal lawmakers to improve access to substance use medications during severe weather emergencies. Climate change threatens to exacerbate the opioid crisis in the US.