Most people would prefer to die at home than in hospital. If dying at home could be made more feasible and well resourced, both the dying and the living would benefit.
Bonny Ibhawoh, vice-provost, International and Myles Sergeant, an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Family Medicine, will be among the global experts at the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29).
Heat-related deaths are increasing. People at greatest risk in extreme heat include older people, those with chronic conditions and those without air conditioning.