Fifth heatwave to pile pressure on healthcare services, warn public health experts

PUBLIC health expert have warned of increased pressure on healthcare services across Britain as the country braces for a fifth heatwave over the coming week. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued yellow heat health alerts for the East Midlands, West Midlands, the south-east, south-west, east of England, Yorkshire and the Humber, and London until 9pm on Tuesday. They warn that the hot weather, with temperatures reaching up to 33°C on Sunday, is likely to affect the wellbeing of the…