A heatwave that happens earlier than usual in the year carries more health risks because bodies are not yet acclimatised

The Met Office expects temperatures to rise to at least 28C in London - the heatwave threshold - for at least five days in a row from Friday until next Tuesday.

Forecasters have warned of scorching temperatures this weekend as the UK is set to record the hottest day of the year so far

Sunday could be the warmest May day on record, forecasters have said

The UK Health Security Agency has activated a six-day heat health alert for southern, eastern and central areas of England from Friday until next Wednesday.

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Physiological changes in the body and brain due to heat can significantly affect your mood

A public health expert has revealed some of the key warning signs and ways to keep cool when the heat and humidity get too high

Swathes of the UK are officially entering heatwave territory over the bank holiday weekend, and beyond, with heat health alerts issued that are unusual so early in the year

Authorities in England issued the first ever heat alerts before June, as temperatures are set to reach 33°C this bank holiday

A heatwave that happens earlier than usual in the year carries more health risks because bodies are not yet acclimatised

Health bosses are bracing for a rise in hospitalisations and increased pressure on the NHS as an early spring heatwave descends on the UK - temperatures are set to break seasonal…

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Much of the country can expect scorching weather over and beyond the bank holiday weekend