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heat stroke news

24-year-old Bengal student dies of heatstroke, marking first such death in Delhi

While the student was the first person admitted to RML with heatstroke symptoms this season, hospital officials said three or four more patients had been admitted to the Heat Stroke Unit since May 20. (HT Archive)
Updated on Jun 16, 2026 08:47 am IST

At least 16 dead in Telangana due to suspected heatstroke as temperatures soar

A man rides a bicycle fitted with a makeshift canopy on a hot summer day in Hyderabad, Telangana.
Updated on May 24, 2026 08:36 am IST

Telangana: 16 dead due to suspected heatstroke

Telangana: 16 dead due to suspected heatstroke
Published on May 24, 2026 04:46 am IST

Delhi's RML Hospital admits season's first heat stroke patient, 24-year-old youth critical

Delhi's RML Hospital admits season's first heat stroke patient, 24-year-old youth critical
Published on May 21, 2026 04:11 pm IST

Health dept issues advisory as temperatures soar across Ludhiana

Civil Surgeon advises residents to stay indoors during peak afternoon hours. (Gurpreet Singh/HT)
Published on May 21, 2026 03:32 am IST

Paediatrician warns of 12 heat danger signs of heat exhaustion

Outdoor play in summer heat can be hazardous for children.
Updated on May 20, 2026 09:00 am IST

Heat after sunset may still be dangerous: Doctor warns about nighttime heatwave

When you step outside at night, you keep your body under heat stress.
Updated on May 14, 2026 05:59 pm IST

Maharashtra reports six heat stroke deaths, 236 cases since March 1

Girls protect themselves from the afternoon heat in Mumbai on Sunday.
Published on May 11, 2026 06:35 am IST

Who is most at risk during severe heatwaves? Doctor reveals the high-risk groups

Early heatwaves can have a sudden, severe impact on the body, especially when temperatures rise before people have time to adapt.
Published on Apr 30, 2026 12:00 am IST

Hospitals told to reserve beds for heat stroke patients, maintain cooling as heatwave rips across Rajasthan

Hospitals told to reserve beds for heat stroke patients, maintain cooling as heatwave rips across Rajasthan
Updated on Apr 28, 2026 04:38 pm IST

Doctor suggests ‘golden rules’ to prevent heat exhaustion

Know how to effortlessly combat the heatwave with a simple routine.
Updated on Apr 29, 2026 11:59 am IST

Stay ahead of heat strokes this summer: Symptoms, prevention and first aid

Know the essential do's and don'ts of dealing with heat strokes.
Published on Apr 27, 2026 07:24 pm IST

Heat exhaustion vs heatstroke: Diabetologist shares early signs to identify

Heat-related ailments develop by spiking the body's internal temperature beyond normal limits. Older people are especially vulnerable.
Updated on Apr 02, 2026 04:09 pm IST

Neurologist warns of seizures during summer season: ‘Need to be careful…'

Summers pose a high risk of seizures.
Published on Mar 30, 2026 02:05 pm IST

Athletics-Road events at world championships to start 30 minutes earlier to beat Tokyo heat

Athletics-Road events at world championships to start 30 minutes earlier to beat Tokyo heat
Published on Sept 11, 2025 08:08 am IST

Students shelter in libraries as heatwave hits eastern China

Students shelter in libraries as heatwave hits eastern China
Updated on Oct 07, 2025 01:09 am IST

Extreme heatwave sweeps across US: What to wear, drink, more tips to stay safe

Here are a few tips to keep yourself safe and cool as dangerous heatwave sweeps across the United States
Published on Jun 24, 2025 10:58 pm IST

Heat stroke on skin: Dermat shares 4 warning signs, prevention tips to follow

Know the early signs of heat stroke on skin to watch out for.
Updated on May 22, 2025 11:43 am IST

Doctor shares essential checklist for managing heat risk among outdoor workers

Taking precautions is important if you are working outdoors.
Updated on May 18, 2025 03:40 pm IST

Vet shares 4 illnesses that pets suffer from in summer; shares 7 prevention tips

The summer heat can pose serious health risks for our furry companions.
Updated on May 12, 2025 07:28 pm IST

Doctor shares 6 tips for pregnant women to stay healthy and hydrated this summer

Pregnant women need to stay well protected with appropriate diet and stay in cool environments to stay safe this summer.
Updated on May 08, 2025 02:48 pm IST

70 heatstroke cases, 3 suspected deaths reported in state in March-April

Heat stroke is a serious heat-related emergency that occurs when the body is unable to control its internal temperature due to exposure to heat. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Published on Apr 27, 2025 07:46 am IST

Health dept starts surveillance for heatwave cases; special emergency units set up in hospitals

Heat stroke is a serious heat-related emergency that occurs when the body is unable to control its internal temperature due to exposure to heat. (HT PHOTO)
Published on Mar 09, 2025 06:36 am IST

Collapsing on the track made me want to speak up, says Olympian Rhydian Cowley

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Rhydian Cowley, 34. (Photo: Athletics Australia)
Updated on Jan 17, 2025 08:13 pm IST

India reported 40,000 suspected heat stroke cases this summer

Modelled estimates show approximately 489,000 heat-related deaths occurred annually between 2000 and 2019. (File)
Updated on Jul 26, 2024 09:29 am IST

India reported 40,000 suspected heat stroke cases this summer: UN report

(Representative Photos)
Published on Jul 25, 2024 10:04 pm IST

Understanding the different types of brain strokes: Neurologist explains

The common symptoms of stroke are trouble in walking, understanding and speaking.
Published on Jul 15, 2024 08:35 pm IST

The present and future of sustainable cooling in Delhi

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Air conditioners installed at a building near Jhandewalan, in New Delhi (Photo by Biplov Bhuyan/ Hindustan Times)
Published on Jul 01, 2024 11:13 pm IST

Indian reality hidden in the glow of statistics

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Relatives mourn near the deceased after the coffins' arrival on an Indian Air Force plane from Kuwait at the Cochin International Airport in Kochi on June 14. (AFP)
Published on Jun 30, 2024 11:36 pm IST

Ice boxes, ventilator beds in RML’s facility for heat stroke in Delhi

The Heatstroke Immersion Cooling Unit at Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital was launched on May 8. (Vipin Kumar/HT Photo)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 05:44 am IST