Excess winter mortality in Europe: a cross country analysis identifying key risk factors

Key Points

• This research aims to identify key risk factors contributing to excess winter mortality across Europe.
• Cross-country analysis of seasonal mortality data in Europe
• Evaluation of indoor cold exposure, public health spending, and socioeconomic factors
• High seasonal mortality is prevalent in southern and western Europe.
• Improved indoor cold protection could significantly reduce mortality rates.
• Increased public spending on healthcare and equitable income distribution could further lower risks.

Abstract