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17 April 2024
Heatwaves And Its Impact On Children
Why are children more at risk during heatwaves? Like, what happens to their bodies? With soaring temperatures that are expected to become worse, summer vacations will require more caution for children. Children are more at-risk during heatwaves as their body weight contains more percentage of water.
During heatwaves – Dehydration is quick to occur as the body loses more water than the intake. Since children’s sweat glands are not fully developed, this will lead to some trouble in regulating body temperature as compared to adults. Another reason for children being at more risk during heatwaves is their body size.
Children have higher surface area than body mass ratio. Hence are more prone to absorb heat resulting in overheating bodies. Children also have an increased rate of physical activity that may involve spending considerable time outdoors, exposing them to heat.
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https://www.news18.com/lifestyle/health-and-fitness-heatwaves-and-its-impact-on-children-8854605.html