Julia Gillard: Countries must prepare health systems for extreme heat

Julia Gillard, former Australian prime minister and Wellcome chair, emphasizes the urgent need for countries to bolster their health systems against the rising threat of extreme heat. She argues that increased research funding and political commitment are crucial to ensure healthcare services can effectively manage the health impacts of higher temperatures. This comes as climate change increasingly drives more frequent and severe heatwaves, making her call for proactive measures all the more pressing.