Tuesday 18 March 2025, 10h-11h CET
About the webinar
With climate change, temperatures are becoming more extreme. This webinar will explore two case studies: one analysing how heat-related mortality has evolved during the last 25 years in Switzerland and the current regional adaptation efforts, and another considering how climate and demographic changes could impact future heat- and cold- related mortality in Brussels (Belgium). Join us to explore key findings and their implications for public health and resilience in a changing world.
Programme
| 10h00 | Welcome and Introduction — Vanessa Gorasso, Sciensano, Belgium |
| 10h10 | Indications of adaptation during the last 25 years despite an increase in temperatures — Martina Ragettli & Axel Luyten, Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute, Switzerland |
| 10h30 | The impact of climate and demographic changes on future mortality in Brussels, Belgium — Claire Demoury, Sciensano, Belgium |
| 10h50 | General discussion and Q&A |
Speakers
Martina Ragettli
Dr Martina Ragettli is an epidemiologist and works as a project leader at the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH). At Swiss TPH, she researches the effects of climate change on health, with a particular focus on heat-related health effects and adaptation strategies to increasing heat stress.
Axel Luyten
Axel Luyten works as a scientific collaborator at the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH). His work focuses on the impact of environmental risk factors on health and well-being as part of the EU project BEST-COST.
Claire Demoury
Claire Demoury is a post-doctoral epidemiologist and currently works as a researcher in the field of Risk and Health Impact Assessment at Sciensano. Her research focuses on the impact of the environment (ionizing radiation, air pollution, climate change) on mortality and non-communicable diseases.
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