Heat protection for everyone: District is committed to health action for health

Heat protection for everyone: District is committed to health action for health

summary:
As part of the district's heat action week, youth and health city councilor Oliver Schworck visited a Mariendorfer daycare center to talk to the children about heat protection measures. Employees of the Health Planning and Coordination Center also distributed information on heat protection at various locations in the district. The website of the position has been offering further information and recommendations on the subject of heat since June 1, 2024

With climate change and rising temperatures, the health authorities are faced with the challenge of developing effective measures to protect against heat. The Tempelhof-Schöneberg district is currently working on a comprehensive overall concept for heat protection to protect the residents in the best possible way.

Local effects:
The heat action week in Tempelhof-Schöneberg offers a good opportunity to raise awareness of the risks of heat stress and to convey specific measures to prevent precaution. Children, older people and sick people in particular are particularly at risk when extreme heat periods occur. It is therefore important to clarify protective measures at an early stage and to provide appropriate offers.

historical context:
In recent years, heat periods have been increased in Germany, which are due to climate change. The consequences of the heat for health can be serious, which is why preventive measures are becoming increasingly important. Through targeted information and measures, the effects of heat on the population can be mitigated.

Table:

| Measure | Description |
... —————————————– | --—————————————————————————————————— | Distribution of information materials | Employees of the Health Planning and Coordination Center provide information about heat protection measures and distribute corresponding material. |
| Creation of heat protection plans | Lines of care facilities receive practical recommendations for creating heat protection plans for senior residences and dormitories. |
| Online platform on the subject of heat | The website of the Health Planning and Coordination Center offers comprehensive information and further information on the subject of heat. |
| Development of an overall concept for heat protection | The Tempelhof-Schöneberg district works on an overall concept to protect the residents from the consequences of extreme heat. |

Source: www.berlin.de