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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Larissa Howie

Why are women affected more by heatwaves? A doctor explains

Women are more affected by heatwaves due to differences in body fat, hormones, and how they regulate heat, a doctor has explained.

Doctor Amir Khan told Lorraine how when the hormone progesterone rises, it can increase women's core body temperature by up to 1°F.

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