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The mortality rate due to pneumonia varies depending on the infectious agents present in a low- temperature environment.
This study aimed to examine the relationship between low temperatures and cold waves and the risk of mortality from infectious pneumonia in the elderly. The findings indicate a significant increase in the risk of infectious pneumonia, specifically bacterial pneumonia, during periods of low temperatures and cold waves.
This study presents compelling evidence that highlights the importance of proactive public responses to infectious pneumonia among the elderly population during periods of cold waves.
Communities play a crucial role in protecting the health of vulnerable populations such as the elderly, low-income groups, and high-risk individuals during cold spells. However, current strategies for responding to cold spells primarily consist of programmatic policies that lack practicality, specificity, and detailed implementation guidelines for community workers. Therefore, this study aims to identify and analyze the challenges faced by communities in responding to cold spells, review international experiences, and develop a set of practical checklists for community-level health protection. These checklists will assist community workers and volunteers in effectively preparing for, responding to, and recovering from cold spells.