Summer Health & Support

Whilst most of us enjoy sunny weather, the extreme heat of a heatwave can be seriously damaging to your health, and can sometimes be fatal.

Whilst extreme heat is dangerous to everyone it is especially so for vulnerable groups including:

• babies and young children
• the elderly
• those living in care homes
• at-risk groups, such as those with existing breathing or heart problems.

When temperatures remain abnormally high over more than a couple of days, excessive heat can prove fatal. During hot summers or periods of heatwaves, it is important to take steps to ensure you stay safe.

Symptoms of heatstroke and heat exhaustion can appear rapidly and it is important, especially for vulnerable groups to take extra precautions during such extreme weather.

Heatwave advice

The NHS offers advice on dealing with hot weather and support for those with additional health needs. For more information, please see NHS Heat Guidance webpage. 

If you require immediate medical advice, please contact the NHS on 111 or, in an emergency only, call 999.

The UKHSA also provides guidance for those working in health or social care work, or those who look after vulnerable people. These documents can be found at UKHSA Heat Health guidance website.