PETALING JAYA: A total of 15 heat-related cases, including one death, have been reported nationwide this year, says the Health Ministry. “All cases have recovered except for one heat stroke case involving a child who was trapped in a vehicle without the parents’ knowledge and died due to heat stroke,” it said on Wednesday (March 25). The ministry warned that hot weather can pose serious health risks, with heat-related illnesses ranging from mild conditions to severe, potentially fatal cases. "Anyone exposed to hot weather for prolonged periods can experience heat-related illnesses," it said. The public was also reminded not to leave children unattended in vehicles and to seek immediate medical treatment if symptoms of heat-related illnesses occur.

Source: The Star March 25, 2026 18:15 UTC