The plan outlines a set of standard measures, including the implementation of early warning systems and targeted public awareness campaigns. These campaigns aim to inform vulnerable populations about the health risks associated with heatwaves and to promote protective behaviours.
The revision of Austria’s National Heat Protection Plan underscores the importance of intersectoral collaboration and expertise. Led by the National Public Health Institute, this effort involved a diverse group of stakeholders, including the Austrian Meteorological Service, the nine states the national Austrian Agency for Health and Food Safety, the Austrian Chamber of Pharmacists, the Austrian Broadcasting Corporation, and representatives from various healthcare professions.