Maura’s Story

Maura’s story highlighted the challenges of keeping her flat cool during summer, as opening windows and doors is restricted due to both security and comfort issues. She explained that simple cooling strategies,
such as portable fans and cold face wipes, were not sufficient to cope with prolonged periods of heat, leading to headaches, nausea, and loss of appetite.

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“Even with the windows open, there was hardly any air and it makes you feel uncomfortable....”