Health warnings have been issued across parts of the UK in anticipation of what might be the season's fourth heatwave.

The Met Office forecasts that temperatures could soar past 30C in some English regions next week, with the south potentially experiencing peaks of 34C.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has cautioned that the anticipated high temperatures could significantly affect health and social care services.

Yellow heat health alerts are activated when temperatures are expected to adversely affect particularly vulnerable individuals, though most people may not be impacted.

Historically, yellow heat health alerts have highlighted increased mortality rates among at-risk groups, such as those over 65 or individuals with chronic health issues, reports the Manchester Evening N

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