UK weather is seeing temperatures hotter than Jamaica and Hawaii. (Getty Images)
Most people in the UK welcome hot weather with open arms. Al fresco dining, lazy days in the park, beach fun – what’s not to love?
But the heat also brings with it some health risks, mainly because our bodies aren’t necessarily that great at coping with a swing in temperature. “Although many of us look forward to warmer weather, it’s extremely important to prepare for it, as it can cause some serious health issues,” Dr Diana Gall from Doctor4U tells Yahoo Life UK.
So, before you step out into today's highs of 34C, here's what you should know about what happens to your body when the mercury rises.
