• 62% of Austrians reported at least one heat-related health issue in 2025, and 85% in summer 2024.
  • Common issues include discomfort, restlessness, withdrawal, poor sleep, and physical complaints.
  • 35% slept worse due to heat in 2025, compared to 60% in 2024.
  • Health Minister Korinna Schumann announced further development of the national heat protection plan.
  • Since 2025, a heat protection regulation obliges employers to implement protective measures for outdoor work at temperatures above 30°C.

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