Extreme Heat May Make You Age Faster Than Smoking or Drinking, Study Finds

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses a new Euronews report suggesting that extreme heat accelerates aging more than smoking or alcohol consumption. As global temperatures rise, older adults in regions like Phoenix and Delhi are experiencing faster biological aging and increased mortality rates. With heatwaves lasting longer and pollution compounding the issue, extreme heat is becoming a major public health crisis for aging populations worldwide.