How to keep cool in this year's extreme summer heat even without air conditioning

As global temperatures rise, experts share practical, low-cost methods for staying cool without air conditioning. Drawing on traditional practices from the Global South, the advice emphasizes hydration and heat-stroke awareness.
Why it matters
With extreme heat becoming a global health crisis, accessible cooling strategies are increasingly vital for vulnerable populations.
Malaka Gharib/NPR It's a summer of extreme heat around much of the world.
The article provides practical health advice and cultural perspectives without political or ideological framing.
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