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Saunas May Help with Heatwaves

Scientists suggest that using saunas regularly can improve people's ability to cope with extreme heat during heatwaves.

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Recent studies indicate that repeated use may help individuals better manage extreme heat during . Experts suggest that heat training, involving daily exposure to heat for several days, can lead to adaptations such as improved sweating and reduced strain. As temperatures rise, more people are returning to facilities for relief, highlighting a growing trend in heat training.

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Adapted from The Guardian, 29 July 2026, and rewritten at three levels by Newslish. Newslish is not affiliated with the source. Read the original.

Key vocabulary

  • sauna

    a small room used for heat sessions

    Many people enjoy relaxing in a sauna.

  • heatwave

    a prolonged period of excessively hot weather

    The city issued warnings during the heatwave.

  • adaptation

    a change to better fit a situation

    The body shows adaptation to heat after regular sauna use.

  • physiological

    related to the functions of living organisms

    Physiological changes occur with repeated heat exposure.

  • cardiovascular

    related to the heart and blood vessels

    Regular sauna use can reduce cardiovascular strain.

Quick quiz

01What do experts say about heat training?

02What is a benefit of repeated sauna use?

03Why did sauna bookings initially fall?

04What is the trend regarding sauna use this summer?

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Discussion

How do you think regular sauna use could impact people's health during heatwaves?