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78% older persons experienced at least one climate-related hazard in past 3 years
While most affected by heatwaves stay indoors (90%) and increase water intake (81%), illness still rises (74%), existing conditions worsen (44%), and healthcare access becomes difficult (33%). Released on Monday to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day observed each year on June 15, the study calls for focus on "Climate Resilient Ageing: Ensuring Care, Dignity and Agency".
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