24/06/2026
🌡️ Do you know the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke?
With high temperatures forecast for today and the rest of the week, it's important to recognise the signs of heat-related illness and know when someone needs urgent help.
✅ Heat exhaustion can usually be treated by moving to a cooler place, drinking fluids and resting
🚨Heat stroke is a medical emergency and can be life-threatening. If someone has a very high temperature, becomes confused, loses consciousness or has a seizure, call 999 immediately.
Take a moment to familiarise yourself with the symptoms in our graphic - it could help you protect yourself, a family member, friend or neighbour during the current hot weather.
Remember to:
💧Drink plenty of water
🌳Stay in the shade where possible
👕Where light, loose-fitting clothing
☀️Avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day
👩🦳Check on older relatives, neighbours and anyone who may be vulnerable to the heat
Knowing the difference could help save a life.
Need more information or advice? Get it from the NHS website here: https://ow.ly/ZjF950Zge6S
