Italian hospitals report sharp rise in emergency cases as temperatures in Rome set new record

 

Some hospitals reported a 20-25% increase in the numbers arriving at emergency units suffering from dehydration or other illnesses caused by overexposure to the heat. 

Temperatures in Rome hit 41.8C on Tuesday, breaking the previous record of 40.7C set in June 2022

The Cardarelli Hospital in Naples said 231 people had accessed emergency treatment within the last 24 hours, the highest daily number since the COVID-19 pandemic. While most of the patients were elderly, people of all ages have been seeking care, including tourists.