India, April 28 -- As summer temperatures continue to surge and withering heat intensifies, the risk of heat exhaustion rises; if left unaddressed, it can progress to heat stroke. Adopting a few simple daily habits can go a long way, as their cumulative effect offers helpful protection against heat-related illnesses.ALSOheadaches in the heat? Doctor explains the summer migraine link and how to prevent it

To better understand how simple lifestyle habits can help prevent heat-related illnesses during a heatwave, we asked Dr Vimal Pahuja, internal medicine and metabolic physician at the Diabetes and Weight Management Clinic, Dr LH Hiranandani Hospital, Powai, Mumbai, who acknowledged that even small, consistent routine changes can play a si...