Individualised heat-health and early warning systems: A novel digital solution

  • Nghiem, Son (PI)
  • Rutherford, Shannon (PI)
  • Bach, Aaron (CoI)
  • Binnewies, Sebastian (CoI)
  • Grealish, Laurie (CoI)
  • Phung, Dung Tri (CoI)
  • Tjondronegoro, Dian (CoI)

    Project: Research

    Project Details

    Description

    Our world is heating up. Older people are particularly vulnerable - exacerbated by reduced thermoregulatory function and high comorbidity. While existing heat warning systems target whole populations, response systems that consider individualised risk profiles for older citizens are largely missing. This project will develop an individualised, early warning system to protect vulnerable older populations from increased heat risks. Our co-design approach combines best evidence in climate-heat-health impact research and advances in digital technologies. Key outputs will include a toolkit of research findings & code libraries, a community of practice, and a localised software application. Together, these outputs will enable older people to maintain healthy and safe home environments and provide a robust platform for expansion towards other sub-populations or countries.
    StatusActive
    Effective start/end date16/05/2216/05/25

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