Whether enjoying good weather in the UK or heading on a hot family holiday, it's vital to know the difference between heat stroke and heat exhaustion. This is because even mild heat exhaustion can escalate rapidly and if it turns to heat stroke, this is a medical emergency that requires immediate medical attention.
Children are naturally more vulnerable than adults to the heat, so whether it’s an unexpected heatwave in the UK, a holiday to a hot country, or simply warmer weather at home than they are used to, it’s important to know the difference between heat stroke and heat exhaustion, so that as a parent you can take measures to cool them down or seek urgent medical attention if necessary.
