Record heatwave strains European healthcare systems as France reports first deaths
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Europe's healthcare systems are under severe strain as a record-breaking heatwave pushes temperatures to unprecedented highs across the continent. French authorities have reported the first heat-related deaths and activated the highest level of the Orsan emergency health plan, allowing full crisis management mobilization. Experts warn that the full health impacts may not be visible until five to ten days after the heatwave ends, highlighting the delayed nature of heat-related health crises.
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bskyRecord heatwave strains European healthcare systems as France reports first deathseuractiv.comKey quotes
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The situation has reached a critical point and we need to move into crisis management with all possible levers.
Experts warn that the effects of a heatwave can appear five to ten days after it ends
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