Table 1 Initial programme theories of how UGS influence heat-related mortality in elderly persons
From: How do urban green spaces influence heat-related mortality in elderly? A realist synthesis
Reduction of exposure |
IPT 1: By reducing outdoor temperature UGS reduce heat related mortality for elderly |
IPT 2: By reducing indoor temperature UGS reduce heat related mortality for elderly |
IPT 3: By providing a cool place UGS reduce heat related mortality for elderly |
Reduction of vulnerability |
IPT 4: By reducing co-morbidity UGS reduce heat-related mortality in elderly |
Increase in heat-responsiveness |
IPT 5: By increasing social interaction, participation, and cohesion UGS increase the heat responsiveness of elderly |