Why heatwaves hit women harder

"Extreme heat can affect anyone. But heatwaves are a 'stress-test' for women's cardiovascular systems."

— Dr Nighat Arif , Academic

"Our socioeconomic circumstances – such as being lower paid or the most likely caregiver to loved ones – can have an even greater impact on how well we are able to look after ourselves in hot weather."

— Dr Cat Pinho-Gomes , Academic

"I bled a normal amount but noticed a big increase in fatigue, dizziness, anxiety and sleepless nights."

— Michaela Finn , Other

"I nearly fainted twice and the hot flushes were unreal."

— Charlie Paddock , Other