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Heatwave 2020

Published on Thursday, July 2, 2020

Heatwave 2020

Why is a heatwave a problem?
 
The main risks posed by a heatwave are: 
  • not drinking enough water (dehydration) 
  • overheating, which can make symptoms worse for people who already have problems with their heart or breathing
  • heat exhaustion and heatstroke

Who's most at risk?

A heatwave can affect anyone, but the most vulnerable people are:

  • older people – especially those over 75
  • those who live on their own or in a care home
  • people who have a serious or long term illness – including heart or lung conditions, diabetes, kidney disease, Parkinson's disease or some mental health conditions
  • those who may find it hard to keep cool – babies and the very young, the bed bound, those with drug or alcohol addictions or with Alzheimer's disease
  • people who spend a lot of time outside or in hot places – those who live in a top floor flat, the homeless or those whose jobs are outside

For more inforamtion visit the NHS Website

Coronavirus: At the moment people are more at risk from heat related problems. Check on vulnerable people you know and get medical help if needed.

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Author: Vikki Tolley

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  • http://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/For NHS information

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