World Aug 13, 2026 · 1 min read

How to keep babies and children safe in heatwaves

Biological factors mean a child’s core temperature rises faster than an adult’s – and that can result in a medical emergencyChildren and babies are more vulnerable in heatwaves than healthy adults. As temperatures rise again, how do we keep children safe? Continue reading...

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The Guardian
by Damien Gayle Environment correspondent
How to keep babies and children safe in heatwaves

Biological factors mean a child’s core temperature rises faster than an adult’s – and that can result in a medical emergency

Children and babies are more vulnerable in heatwaves than healthy adults. As temperatures rise again, how do we keep children safe?

Continue reading...
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This article was originally published by The Guardian and written by Damien Gayle Environment correspondent.

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