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Simple steps you can take to fend off heat stroke
Yorkshire Evening Post
|August 12, 2025
With more hot weather forecast, health leaders across West Yorkshire are urging people to take simple steps to stay safe.
Emergency departments have reported a surge in people seeking urgent care during last week’s warm weather.
Dr Sohail Abbas, deputy medical director for NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board and a local GP, is warning that high temperatures can pose serious health risks - particularly for older people, young children and those with existing health conditions.
"Drinking water and staying hydrated is one of the best things to keep well in hot weather," said Dr Abbas. "If you are out and about, you can refill your bottle with free water in lots of places across our region. You can use the Refill Return app to find your nearest station."
This story is from the August 12, 2025 edition of Yorkshire Evening Post.
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