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Heatwave means more work for hospitals
SCORCHING summer temperatures are leading to a rise in emergency visits to South Yorkshire's hospitals.
Doctors in Barnsley confirmed they are seeing more cases of sunburn and fainting as the mercury rises and temperatures hit 28 degrees yesterday.
Medics at the hospital say they are also expecting a slight increase in asthmatics needing help when the weather turns thundery.
Older people over the age of 75, and sufferers with chronic and severe illness including heart conditions, diabetes, and respiratory disorders, are more vulnerable to the heat and are being advised to take extra care in the hot weather.
To avoid problems with heat, the Government is advising people to keep cool at home by keeping curtain closed in sunny rooms, but once the temperature has dropped and it is cooler to open windows.
Vulnerable groups are being urged to stay out of the sun, especially between the hours of 11am and 3pm, and wear hats, sunscreen, thin scarves and light clothing if going outside. People are also advised to take regular cool showers or baths, have regular drinks, and wear light, loose cotton clothes to absorb sweat and prevent skin irritation.
Those with heart problems, breathing difficulties or serious illnesses may find their symptoms become worse in hot weather and should make sure they have enough medicines in store.
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Weather for Sheffield
Tuesday 22 May 2012
Today
Sunny
Temperature: 10 C to 22 C
Wind Speed: 9 mph
Wind direction: North
Tomorrow
Sunny spells
Temperature: 13 C to 23 C
Wind Speed: 8 mph
Wind direction: North east
