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Lucy Farrell

Heatstroke warning signs as 'medical emergency' can happen with no sunburn

As the heatwave rages on, Scots are being urged to take care of themselves in hot weather to avoid a serious medical emergency.

It is well known that staying in the sun for too long can cause health problems, such as sunburn, but there is still a risk of becoming ill from the heat - even if you remain indoors.

Heatstroke is a condition that occurs when the body can no longer regulate its temperature due to overheating. It is a more severe form of heat exhaustion which does not require medical attention, but both exhibit similar symptoms.

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