In Chicago ERs, Extreme Heat’s Toll Goes Far Beyond the Obvious

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By By Keerti GopalAug 26, 2026, 2:00 pm127 pts
New research finds a wide range of medical emergencies spiked during heat waves in recent years. By Keerti Gopal CHICAGO—Extreme heat is filling up emergency rooms, and not just with heat stroke victims.

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