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Kazakhstan Faces Growing Health Risks as Rising Temperatures Intensify

By Dana Omirgazy on 30 July 2026

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is facing increasing climate-related risks as temperatures rise at around twice the global average, putting growing pressure on public health systems and communities. Experts warn that more frequent and intense heatwaves require stronger adaptation measures, including a national Heat-Health Action Plan. According to Kazhydromet, 2025 was...