Spain records biggest rise in ‘sudden deaths’ across Europe – but what’s behind the worrying surge?

AI Briefing

• – Spain sees biggest rise in 'sudden deaths' across Europe, with cardiologists attributing the surge to factors such as heatwaves, drought, and COVID-19
• – The increase in deaths has been attributed to various factors including heat-related illnesses, cardiovascular disease, and possible COVID-19 complications
• – Experts warn of a possible link between the rise in deaths and Spain's particularly hot summer and severe drought