U.S., May 19 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07592117) titled 'Assessing the Effects of Cool Roofs on Indoor Environments and Health in Tavua, Fiji' on May 11.
Brief Summary: Ambient air temperatures in Fiji are increasing due to climate change. Solutions are needed to build heat resilience in communities and adapt. Sunlight-reflecting cool roof coatings may passively reduce indoor temperatures and energy use to protect home occupants from extreme heat. Occupants living in poor housing conditions in Fiji are susceptible to increased heat exposure.
Heat exposure can instigate and worsen numerous physical, mental and social health conditions. The worst adverse health effects are experienced in co...