Guidance
Hot weather risks and their impact on health
Aims to raise awareness of the health impacts of hot weather.
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The aim of this slide set is to:
- raise awareness of the health impacts of hot weather
- provide a resource that can be used to engage with partners
- aid in planning and decision-making for the summer
It gives an overview of the evidence base and epidemiology of heat-associated deaths.
Links to additional resources are also provided.
This material is tailored to:
- national institutions, such as UKHSA, NHS England, the Department of Health and Social Care, and the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities
- commissioners of health and social care
- local authorities, integrated care boards, integrated care partnerships, directors of public health, local resilience forums and health and wellbeing boards
- providers of health, primary care, secondary care, social care providers
- community and voluntary sector
Updates to this page
Published 13 March 2025