As temperatures soar during the UK heatwave, learn to recognise the warning signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke - and when to seek urgent medical help

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The UK is bearing the brunt of a brutal heatwave with the Met Office issuing red alerts

Heatstroke is a severe medical condition that occurs when a human body’s internal temperature exceeds 40C (104F).

As the UK melts through a sizzling heatwave, the threat of heat stroke is becoming increasingly real. Triggered by the body overheating, heat stroke can cause organ failure within…

Many of us will be trying to stay hydrated in the hot weather - but you need to be careful about how much you drink

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As the UK faces a record-setting heatwave with red weather warnings issued, people are being urged to spot the signs of heat-related illnesses. Long periods in the sun can lead to…

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The Met Office has issued a rare red heat warning for parts of the UK as temperatures are expected to reach 40C on Thursday, with the heatwave forecast to end as temperatures drop…

The exceptional hot and humid weather will continue across London, South East England and East of England as temperatures could rise to 38C

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The NHS has issued advice on what to do if someone is suffering from heat exhaustion

The UK is currently in the grip of a heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach 40 degrees in some areas - and a cardiac nurse has shared key guidance on how people with heart…

As temperatures soar during the UK heatwave, learn to recognise the warning signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke - and when to seek urgent medical help

The London Ambulance service said life-threatening emergencies soared by 50% as Britain endured its hottest June day on record and hospitals came under mounting pressure.

As the UK heatwave continues, vets are warning that cat heatstroke can be a fatal condition – here are the key symptoms and prevention tips every pet owner should know

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The public has been reminded of the warning signs as intense heat continues