Health initiative alerts seniors medically vulnerable of impending heat wave by phone call [Video]

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) – A new health initiative helps alert seniors and those medically vulnerable of an impending heat wave with one phone call from a medical professional.

The Extreme Weather Alert Initiative, launched by CVS Health and Aetna, has more than 1,000 patients nationwide and in the Las Vegas Valley. Patients have been deemed the most medically vulnerable and susceptible to a health emergency during a heat spell.

All the patients are on Medicare and receive healthcare through Aetna. There are hopes to expand the program nationwide for access at CVS Minute Clinics.

Using data from a weather analytics program, artificial intelligence helps alert medical professionals of an impending heat alert or advisory. Health workers then call patients, and upon reviewing their health history and medications, provide personalized medical advice accordingly.

“Heat is a serious threat to public health. Heat kills more folks across the country each and …