India, April 30 -- Doctors at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi, have raised concerns about the impact of heat exposure on children, particularly infants, amid rising temperature in the city.

During a press conference on "Precautions During Heat Wave" organised at the AIIMS on Wednesday, doctors warned that children are more vulnerable to heat as they tend to absorb heat faster and dehydrate more quickly than adults, making it essential for caregivers to take extra precautions.

Ensuring children wear light, breathable clothing that helps dissipate heat and monitoring early signs of heat exhaustion are critical. Symptoms include irritability, excessive sweating, fatigue and reduced activity, they said.

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