Not Just Small Talk

Heatwaves can hurt us and the people we love. And with climate change they are becoming even hotter and more frequent

How to stay safe

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Our favourite holiday destinations are getting hotter. Hear from people whose health has been affected by heatwaves. The weather isn’t just small talk anymore.
“Along the public balcony, you can’t leave your windows open, not even a small bathroom window”.
Babs
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“Even with the windows open, there was hardly any air and it makes you feel uncomfortable....”
Maura
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“You have to watch him all the time to make sure he’s not wearing a jumper or overheating…it adds a lot of stress”.
Lesley
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“It didn’t have to reach 40 degrees outside before it became unbearable inside the ward”.
Pamela
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“We just felt that it was unsafe…we closed for those few weeks...we couldn’t risk [it]."
Elaine
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"I suffered severe blisters on my feet and lips due to the strong sun"
Lucy
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"As the ambulance called, I thought I was going to lose her"
Daisy & Nevaeh
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“Along the public balcony, you can’t leave your windows open, not even a small bathroom window”.
Babs
Read more
“Even with the windows open, there was hardly any air and it makes you feel uncomfortable....”
Maura
Read more
“You have to watch him all the time to make sure he’s not wearing a jumper or overheating…it adds a lot of stress”.
Lesley
Read more
“It didn’t have to reach 40 degrees outside before it became unbearable inside the ward”.
Pamela
Read more
“We just felt that it was unsafe…we closed for those few weeks...we couldn’t risk [it]."
Elaine
Read more
"I suffered severe blisters on my feet and lips due to the strong sun"
Lucy
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"As the ambulance called, I thought I was going to lose her"
Daisy & Nevaeh
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Protect your family

With summer holidays on the horizon we want to ensure that everyone is aware and educated about the health risks of climate related heatwaves. Learn what you can do to protect your family

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  • Stay hydrated

    Ensure everyone drinks plenty of water throughout the day, especially if engaging in outdoor activities. Carry reusable water bottles and encourage frequent sips, even if no one feels particularly thirsty.

  • Seek shade

    Plan outdoor activities during the cooler parts of the day, such as early morning or late afternoon. During peak sun hours, seek shade, use beach umbrellas, or stay indoors in airconditioned environments.

  • Wear the right clothes

    Dress in lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-colored clothing to reflect sunlight. Wide-brimmed hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen with high SPF are essential to protect against harmful UV rays.

It's not just our favourite holiday destinations that are getting hotter, the UK is too. Unlike our European neighbours, We’re not built for extreme heat. Ask your new MP to invest in heat adaptation measures that will Help to protect US against heatwaves for generations to come

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How our weather is changing

Europe is the fastest-warming continent in the world, and heat-related deaths have increased by approximately 30% over the past 20 years, due to climate change.The UK is no different and Britain is not prepared to cope with such extreme heat.
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