Publications
Here you will find the latest scientific publications related to the studies and research conducted by Santé publique France.
126 publications
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Assessment of the Impact of the 2003 Summer Heat Wave on Pediatric Hospitalization Rates
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Study of Risk Factors for Death Among Older Adults Living at Home During the August 2003 Heat Wave. July 2004
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Health Impact of the Heat Wave in France in August 2003. Interim Report, August 29, 2003
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Health Impact of the August 2003 Heat Wave in France: Assessment and Outlook. October 2003
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The 2003 Summer Heat Wave: Relationships Between Temperature, Air Pollution, and Mortality in Nine French Cities. Study Report
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Heat Wave and Health Alert System (SACS) 2004. Operational Report
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The French Heat Wave and Health Alert System 2004 (SACS 2004). A component of the National Heat Wave Plan.
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Following the preliminary assessments, what studies are on the horizon? Health impacts of the August 2003 heat wave: initial findings and future research
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Survey on Public Health Interventions. Health Impact of the August 2003 Heat Wave: Initial Findings and Future Research
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Heat-related deaths in healthcare facilities in France: August 8–19, 2003. Health impact of the August 2003 heat wave: initial findings and further research needed
In relation to
Climate change
thematic dossier
Climate change is rapidly and profoundly altering the environment. The health impacts of climate change are numerous and varied.
UV
thematic dossier
Ultraviolet radiation, which is everywhere, is emitted naturally by the sun or by artificial sources. It is responsible for various health conditions, including certain types of skin cancer.
Extreme cold
thematic dossier
Cold weather increases the risk of cardiovascular and respiratory conditions and can lead to hospitalizations and death. This impact is observed within 3 to 21 days of exposure to the cold.
