How resilient is the general population to heatwaves? A knowledge survey from the ENHANCE project in Brussels and Amsterdam
(2016) BMC Research Notes — Vol. 9, n° 1, p. 499 [1-5] (2016)
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van Loenhout, Joris 
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- BACKGROUND: Studies have shown an increase in mortality and morbidity during heatwaves, especially among the elderly. We assessed the knowledge of the general population of Brussels and Amsterdam on groups at risk and protective measures for heat-related health effects. RESULTS: Six locations with mixed populations were selected in each city. Passer-by's in both cities were asked to participate in a short survey. Respondents in Brussels (n = 120) had significantly more knowledge on risk groups and protective measures than respondents in Amsterdam (n = 133). In both cities, individuals with higher education had better knowledge on risk groups and protective measures than individuals with lower education. CONCLUSIONS: Efforts at heat-awareness raising must be strengthened, especially in Amsterdam, and public health actions should effectively target vulnerable groups with lower education in both cities.
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van Loenhout, J., & Guha-Sapir, D. (2016). How resilient is the general population to heatwaves? A knowledge survey from the ENHANCE project in Brussels and Amsterdam. BMC Research Notes, 9(1), 499 [1-5]. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13104-016-2305-y (Original work published 2016)