You're InvitedToo Hot to Handle:The Surprising Truth About Heat and Human HealthJoin OLLI friends - both familiar faces and new - for a casual social hour with light appetizers and refreshments starting at 3 p.m. Then stay for an engaging talk by Dr. Ashley Ward at 4 p.m. Heat isn’t just about scorching summers and sunburns—it’s a silent force reshaping our health, economies, and communities in ways we rarely consider. From pregnancy to old age, extreme heat affects the human body in unexpected ways, with consequences that go far beyond dehydration and heat stroke. But who’s really at risk when temperatures soar? It’s not always who you think. Join Dr. Ashley Ward, Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke University, for an eye-opening deep dive into the hidden dangers of extreme heat. She’ll bust five of the most common myths about heat and health, revealing the surprising truth with data-driven insights. Learn why heat is an escalating crisis, how it’s disrupting everything from public health to economic stability, and what we can do to prepare for a hotter future. This is more than just a conversation about weather—it’s a wake-up call. Don’t get left in the heat. Join us to rethink what you know about rising temperatures and who’s truly at risk. |
