Rady Children's Health

The article discusses the increased vulnerability of infants and young children to heat-related illnesses during heatwaves, emphasizing the need for vigilance in hot weather. It highlights advice from pediatricians on hydration, avoiding peak sun hours, and safety measures like using stroller canopies instead of blankets. Climate change is noted as a factor intensifying heat risks.

The article discusses how children are more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses due to their physiology and provides safety measures for parents, including avoiding peak sun hours, using shade, and preventing dehydration. Pediatricians emphasize the risks of heat exposure and advise against leaving children in cars or using blankets in strollers.