Health Threats from the Heat

Dehydration which is often caused by not drinking enough water in hot weather.

Overheating which can make symptoms worse for people who already have problems with their heart or breathing, or have diabetes or dementia.

Heat illness is a progressive condition caused by overheating of the body caused by over exertion or/and environmental conditions like high temperatures. Symptoms can start with dizziness or cramps, but quickly progress to heat exhaustion or heat stroke, which can be life threatening.

Heat Rash or Prickly Heat This can be caused by excessive sweating and/or over exposure to heat..

Skin Cancer Did you know that skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK? Too much sun can increase your risk and exposure to sunlight can also affect your eyes. Sunscreen and Sun Safety.

• Be aware of any changes to your body; report mole changes or unusual skin growths to your GP immediately.

Hay Fever Did you know Hay fever affects around 1 in 4 people in the UK?.

• The main triggers of hay fever are tree and grass pollen. Pollen from weeds and shrubs can also trigger symptoms. The pollen count tends to be higher on hot, dry days. Fungal spores are around on most mild damp days, but are particularly high after harvesting and in the autumn. For more information and tips to help you avoid pollen and lessen the chances of hay fever: Preventing hay fever.