As parts of the world face extreme hot weather, there is an advisory on how to cope with rising temperatures. When the weather is too hot, there are health risks. During heat waves, more people than usual get seriously ill or die.
People who have serious or long-term illnesses including heart or lung conditions, diabetes, kidney disease, Parkinson's disease, or some mental health conditions are at risk according to the UK's National Health Service .
This, the ministry said, exacerbates the top causes of death globally, including respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, diabetes mellitus, and renal disease. "Electric fans may provide relief, but when the temperature is above 35 degrees centigrade, may not prevent heat-related illness. It is important to drink fluids," the advisory says.
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