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Hospital AC Draws Crowds Amid Heatwave, Funding Debate

6/25/2026

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The waiting room at Frédéric-Henri Manhès hospital in Fleury-Mérogis draws many patients because it offers air-conditioning during the heatwave.
Nurse Sandra Carnero says the heat fatigues staff and demoralises patients, reducing care quality.
Director Maxime Putton notes that full-hospital air-conditioning would require state funding and may become necessary if heatwaves persist.
Critics warn that the National Rally’s nationwide AC plan could raise energy consumption and worsen climate pressures.

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The waiting room at Frédéric-Henri Manhès hospital in Fleury-Mérogis draws many patients because it offers air-conditioning during the heatwave.
Nurse Sandra Carnero says the heat fatigues staff and demoralises patients, reducing care quality.
Director Maxime Putton notes that full-hospital air-conditioning would require state funding and may become necessary if heatwaves persist.
Critics warn that the National Rally’s nationwide AC plan could raise energy consumption and worsen climate pressures.