Heat-related illnesses can affect anyone. Officials say prolonged exposure to extreme heat without relief can cause health issues ranging from mild to severe and, in some cases, even death.

Extreme heat can be life-threatening for pets. Follow these vet-approved tips to keep your pet safe during scorching ...

“Side sleeping is often better in hot weather because it helps your body stay cooler,” says Dr. William Lu, Medical Director ...

Maintaining a stable body temperature is essential for survival. Animals, including humans, use both autonomic processes -- such as shivering or activating brown fat -- and behaviors -- such as ...

In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a sleep doctor explains why summer hurts melatonin levels and reveals an way to ...

How high a temperature can we survive? The human body's tolerance threshold In recent weeks, some regions of India have approached 122°F (50°C), an almost unbelievable temperature, and in the most ...

A University of Sydney study involving nearly 100 participants has now challenged this long-held belief. Researchers found that children as young as 10 are no more likely to overheat or become ...

Evening bathing could also benefit personal hygiene. “Nighttime showers allow for cleaning the dirt of the day,” says Dr.

What night sweats are really telling you about your body and these midnight wake-up calls could be warning signs of serious health issues ...

Exercising in hot weather can increase your risk of dehydration or even heat stroke. You can take precautions to prevent ...

“If you are running in the heat, make sure that you’re running safely, that you’re listening to your body and giving yourself ...