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18 Jun 2014

Cold weather is associated with a range of health impacts. While the most immediate impacts are cold-related injuries such as frostbite and hypothermia, cold weather conditions also increase the risk of mortality and hospitalization from cardiovascular and respiratory health conditions. Preventing these health impacts in Toronto's population requires understanding the different types of cold-related health risks and vulnerable populations.
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Authors

Gower, Stephanie, Bassil, Kate

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21
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Ottawa, Ontario

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