title: [Effects of heat waves on mortality in Germany].
abstract: Heat waves present an increasing threat to population's health; there is increased activity in terms of research and preventive measures since the heat waves in 2003. This is the first narrative review of studies on heat wave-associated mortality in Germany. The review and critical evaluation includes 12 studies. Notable differences in the research methodology were observed. Scientific knowledge on heat wave-associated mortality in Germany is insufficient. So far, most studies have focused on large cities or states/provinces. However, risk assessments play an important role in deciding upon and planning of preventive measures.
authors.affiliation: Bereich Medizinische Psychologie und Medizinische Soziologie, Universität Freiburg.
authors.forename: M-I
authors.initials: MI
authors.lastname: Bittner
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D002318:Cardiovascular Diseases / Q000401:mortality*; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D002980:Climate; D015897:Comorbidity; D005260:Female; D005858:Germany / Q000453:epidemiology; D018882:Heat Stress Disorders / Q000401:mortality*; D006358:Hot Temperature; D006801:Humans; D015994:Incidence; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012120:Respiration Disorders / Q000401:mortality*; D012307:Risk Factors; D015996:Survival Rate; D055815:Young Adult