World Health Organization calls for urgent government action against extreme heat impacts. Summer begins with record temperatures across Europe, prompting widespread public health warnings.

Thousands have died recently, highlighting the need for strengthened healthcare infrastructure.

Temperatures soaring above forty degrees trigger sharp rises in emergency medical calls. Hospitals struggle with increased heat-related cases, especially elderly and chronically ill individuals.

France reports quadrupled emergency admissions; England's ambulance service experiences overwhelming demand. Experts warn continued heat will further strain health systems throughout many European countries.