Explained in plain English
What is the UKHSA?
The UKHSA, or UK Health Security Agency, is Britain's primary health protection body. They monitor and respond to health threats, including infectious diseases and environmental hazards like extreme heat. Their warning in this story highlights the serious public health implications of the forecasted mid-30s Celsius temperatures across England.
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