Britain's heatwave could see 'neglected' elderly patients die of thirst on NHS wards, warns Whitehall fixer Louise Casey

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The UK's National Health Service (NHS) has previously faced challenges in caring for elderly patients during extreme weather conditions, with heatwaves posing a significant risk to vulnerable individuals. Elderly patients are more susceptible to dehydration and heat-related illnesses due to decreased mobility and potential underlying health conditions. The NHS has guidelines in place to manage patient care during heatwaves, but the warning from Baroness Casey highlights the need for extra vigilance and attention to patient needs during this period.

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Britain's heatwave could see 'neglected' elderly patients die of thirst on NHS wards, warns Whitehall fixer Louise Casey

With temperatures forecast to hit 40C on Wednesday and Thursday in parts of England, Baroness Casey issued a stark assessment about the impact on older people.