Vulnerability to the impact of temperature variability on mortality in 31 major Chinese cities

Yang, Jun; Zhou, Maigeng; Li, Mengmeng; Liu, Xiaobo; Yin, Peng; Sun, Qinghua; Wang, Jun; Wu, Haixia; Wang, Boguang; Liu, Qiyong

doi:10.1016/j.envpol.2018.04.090

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“…This result is rather understandable, considering the fact that sudden changes of certain meteorological parameters might aggravate symptoms of respiratory diseases. For example, some previous studies have suggested that sudden changes of inhaled air temperature could cause the release of inflammatory mediators produced by mast cells and more nasal inflammatory responses [21][22][23][24][25].…”

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Effects of meteorological conditions on mortality from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

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Introduction/Objective. Previous studies have confirmed the effect of different meteorological parameters on patients suffering from lung diseases. The objective of the study is to investigate the impact of meteorological phases on the death rate from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Methods. The data on the number of deaths caused by COPD and meteorological phases during a five-year period (2011?2015) in Sumadija District (Central Serbia) were obtained from the Republic Hydrometeorological Service and the Center for Biostatistics and Informatics of the Kragujevac Institute of Public Health. Results. A statistically significant correlation was determined between certain meteorological phases and COPD death rate. The highest death rate was determined during colder months, February and March. The lowest death rate was detected during the warm months (June?September). Although men died more often from COPD than women, the death rate of women showed a considerable increase during the five-year period. Conclusion. COPD death rate is highly dependent on the season of the year and might be associated with certain meteorological phases. There is a need for further research of the impact of meteorological phases on the morbidity and mortality from COPD.

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Effects of meteorological conditions on mortality from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

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“…Recently, the occurrence rate of heat-related diseases has incre ased as the average annual temperature has risen globally. 1,2 The increase in the occurrence of heat-related illness secondary to global warming has become a threat to public health, especially among the elderly population. 1,[3][4][5][6][7] Among heat-related illnesses (HRIs), heat stroke (HS) is classic and the most serious form of heat injury.…”

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“…1,2 The increase in the occurrence of heat-related illness secondary to global warming has become a threat to public health, especially among the elderly population. 1,[3][4][5][6][7] Among heat-related illnesses (HRIs), heat stroke (HS) is classic and the most serious form of heat injury. 8 According to Kalaiselvan et al 5 the incidence of HS, a leading cause of hospital mortality related to global warming, is also increasing.…”

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“…8 According to Kalaiselvan et al 5 the incidence of HS, a leading cause of hospital mortality related to global warming, is also increasing. 1,6 HS is defined as a core temperature greater than 40°C and the occurrence of central nervous system abnormalities. [7][8][9] HS is largely divided into classic HS secondary to high external temperature and exertional HS secondary to physical exertion.…”

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“…[17][18][19][20] Decreased mental status and delayed transport time from the scene to the final treatment hospital are also poor prognostic factors. 1,12,13,15,21 In association with procalcitonin, interleukin-6 and tumor necrosis factor-alpha are associated with poor prognosis, whereas melatonin can reduce the degree of HS. 11,19,[22][23][24][25] However, these results are from relatively small studies, case reports, or laboratory experimental studies; therefore, further research is needed.…”

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Predictors of poor prognosis in patients with heat stroke

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Objective The predictors of poor prognosis in heat stroke (HS) remain unknown. This study investigated the predictive factors of poor prognosis in patients with HS. Methods Data were obtained and analyzed from the health records of patients diagnosed with heat illness at Ajou university hospital between January 2008 and December 2017. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed to identify the independent predictors of poor prognosis. Results Thirty-six patients (median age, 54.5 years; 33 men) were included in the study. Poor prognosis was identified in 27.8% of the study population (10 patients). The levels of S100B protein, troponin I, creatinine, alanine aminotransferase, and serum lactate were statistically significant in the univariate analysis. Multiple regression analysis revealed that poor prognosis was significantly associated with an increased S100B protein level (odds ratio, 177.37; 95% confidence interval, 2.59 to 12,143.80; P=0.016). The S100B protein cutoff level for predicting poor prognosis was 0.610 µg/L (area under the curve, 0.906; 95% confidence interval, 0.00 to 1.00), with 86% sensitivity and 86% specificity. Conclusion An increased S100B protein level on emergency department admission is an independent prognostic factor of poor prognosis in patients with HS. Elevation of the S100B protein level represents a potential target for specific and prompt therapies in these patients.

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The effects of temperature on human mortality in a Chinese city: burden of disease calculation, attributable risk exploration, and vulnerability identification

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Vulnerability to the impact of temperature variability on mortality in 31 major Chinese cities

Cited by 66 publications

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Effects of meteorological conditions on mortality from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Effects of meteorological conditions on mortality from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Predictors of poor prognosis in patients with heat stroke

The effects of temperature on human mortality in a Chinese city: burden of disease calculation, attributable risk exploration, and vulnerability identification

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