Report: Extreme Temperatures Increase Injury Claims

The New York State Insurance Fund on Wednesday released a health care-focused report that found a higher correlation between workplace injury frequency and severity and days of extreme temperatures. The report, based on an analysis of about 95,000 injury claims, states that claims were 45% more likely to occur when the heat index is over 80 degrees, while severity increased by 20%. It also says hospitals should take steps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday announced a voluntary climate action pilot program for hospitals focusing on improving work...