‘My hospital room is unbearable’: how the heatwave is affecting Britons

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The UK is facing extreme heatwave conditions in May, with temperatures surpassing 35C in parts of England. Vulnerable populations in hospitals and care homes are at risk due to inadequate cooling systems, prompting calls for improved infrastructure to cope with rising temperatures.

As the UK experiences some of its hottest ever May weather, five people share their concerns – and tips for keeping cool The UK is experiencing some of the hottest May weather ever recorded, with temperatures surpassing 35C in parts of England on Tuesday. Campaigners have warned that Britain’s public buildings are dangerously unprepared for rising temperatures, calling for better cooling systems in hospitals, care homes and other spaces used by vulnerable people. Continue reading...