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Dr. Sheetal Rao

Coverage of Dr. Sheetal Rao in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 30 · 23:20 UTCMost recent: Jul 6 · 01:27 UTC
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Chicagoplace2David Gonzalezperson1Mike Rodriguezperson1Barbara Whighamperson1Cook County medical examiner's officeorganization1heat wavetopic1Hypertensiontopic1diabetestopic1obesitytopic1asthmatopic11995 heat wavetopic1Lonette Simsperson1People's Response Networkorganization1Brandon Johnsonperson1University of Illinois Chicagoorganization1South and West sideplace1extreme heat plantopic1
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  • HEALTHJul 6 · 01:27 UTCCHICAGO SUN-TIMES
    Three deaths tied to Chicago-area heat wave

    Three deaths in Chicago were linked to a recent heat wave, with autopsies showing heat stress as a complicating factor in each case. Health officials warned that extreme heat poses risks for individuals with chronic conditions and limited access to air conditioning. The heat wave began on June 29, referencing Chicago's 1995 heat wave that caused 739 deaths.

  • HEALTHJun 30 · 23:20 UTCCHICAGO SUN-TIMES
    As temperatures soar, critics say Johnson administration needs to improve extreme heat plan

    Critics argue that Chicago's Johnson administration needs to enhance its extreme heat response by providing nighttime cooling solutions for vulnerable residents. Advocates like Lonette Sims from People's Response Network call for outreach teams, cooling buses, and utility shut-off moratoriums during heat emergencies, citing the disproportionate impact on low-income and unhoused communities.