Aneurin Bevan Health Board issues heat medicine advice
The Aneurin Bevan University Health Board has issued a public warning regarding the storage of medicines during a heatwave. They advise keeping medications below 25°C to ensure efficacy and warn that heat can affect medical devices like glucose monitors.
Why it matters
Proper medication storage is a critical public health issue during extreme weather events to prevent health complications.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Health Newport
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board has issued advice reminding people that many medicines need to be stored below 25°C to remain effective.
Members of the public are being told to store medicines away from direct sunlight; to avoid leaving them in hot cars or warms bag while travelling and to stay hydrated.
A spokesperson for Aneurin Bevan University Health Board said: "Many medicines need to be stored below 25°C (some below 30°C). Hot temperatures can affect how well they work.
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