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I’m about to undergo a 30°C temperature change so that I can participate in my sport. This is clearly a lot, and I will have minimal time to acclimatize before I have to start performing. Thinking about how to manage this has me thinking about how climate change will impact athletes. Schneider and Mücke (2024) … Continue reading
It’s hot but I want to be outside, so I head to my shady, tree-covered yard or over to a greenspace with lots of grass and plants. As I walk there, I’m sheltered from the glaring sun by the trees that line the street. Depending on which way I go, I may even be able … Continue reading
I like to sleep in a cool room. When the temperature goes up during the day I kind of dread nighttime because I know I’ll overheat even with windows open and fans on. I just learned though about all the potential health risks of hotter nights from climate change. I admit, I was surprised. He … Continue reading
A recent study by Tuholske et al (2021) found that rising temperatures and growing urban populations have resulted in triple the number of person-days, a measure of the number of people affected, when people are exposed to extreme heat and humidity compared to the 1980s. As the authors state, this can increase mobidity, mortality, and … Continue reading
Adipose tissue is the type of tissue designed to store fat (ideally to be used for energy). It also helps to protect parts of the body by cushioning it. Fat is also a known insulator keeping the body warm. There are two main types of adipose tissue: white and brown. White adipose tissue is responsible … Continue reading
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