In the modern world, climate change and global warming are serious problems. The thermal
management of the human body under these conditions, especially during physical activity …

Background The link between heat exposure and adverse health outcomes in workers is
well documented and a growing body of epidemiological evidence from various countries …

Extreme heat undermines the working capacity of individuals, resulting in lower productivity,
and thus economic output. Here we analyse the present and future economic damages due …

Background Climate change is set to exacerbate occupational heat strain, the combined
effect of environmental and internal heat stress on the body, threatening human health and …

Abstract Background/Aim Extreme temperatures have impact on the health and occupational
injuries. The construction sector is particularly exposed. This study aims to investigate the …

The objective of this work is to characterize the summer urban heat island (UHI) of Rome
(Italy) through a dense weather station network, consisting of 17 units. Measurements were …

Health and performance impairments provoked by thermal stress are societal challenges
geographically spreading and intensifying with global warming. Yet, science may be …

Many workers are exposed to the effects of heat and often to extreme temperatures. Heat
stress has been further aggravated during the COVID-19 pandemic by the use of personal …

The humanity is currently facing the COVID-19 pandemic challenge, the largest global
health emergency after the Second World War. During summer months, many countries in …

Hazard identification is a fundamental step in safety management that has the potential to
reduce the number and severity of occupational injuries on construction sites. Researchers …