About The Article: Climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of heat waves and the exposure of pregnant individuals to extreme heat. This article summarizes current evidence about risks to maternal health from ambient heat (hot weather, high indoor temperatures, and occupational exposures) and how these risks can be managed.
Corresponding Author: To contact the corresponding author, Sari Kovats, PhD, email Sari.kovats@lshtm.ac.uk .
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(doi:10.1001/jama.2026.0001)
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