On 28 March 2025, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar, its epicentre located 17 kilometres southeast of Mandalay. The Sagaing and Mandalay regions were both significantly impacted. On ...

Temperatures are predicted to rise into the low 30ºC, according to the Met Office. The UK Health Security Agency issued amber and yellow heat-health alerts on 22 May 2026. The Met Office said it’s ...

Discover Humankind, our free education programme offering CPD courses for teachers and educators of young people, with expert support on humanitarian and life topics. Our Humankind programme is a ...

Whether you give your time or support one of our causes, you'll be helping our emergency responders be there for everyone, everywhere. When you give monthly, you help us respond at a moment's notice ...

Substances such as prescription or non-prescription drugs, household cleaning and DIY products and some plants can be harmful if you swallow them. 1. Establish what the baby or child has taken, when ...

The UK is getting hotter. As a result of climate change, heatwaves are becoming longer and more extreme, and many people’s health and wellbeing are suffering as a result. Our report, Feeling the Heat, ...

Whether you’re lacing up solo or rallying a team, organising your own run is an amazing way to fundraise for charity and make a difference. Choose your distance, set your route, and go at your own ...

Heatstroke occurs when someone becomes so hot it causes a failure of the brain’s thermostat, leading to the body becoming dangerously overheated. It is an emergency and needs medical help urgently.

Learn about the red cross' work in supporting health and social care in the UK from real-life experiences and stories about the vital work we're doing to help.

From welcoming newly-arrived people in the UK to helping families reconnect after conflict or disaster, your time and compassion can make a real difference. No matter your background or experience, ...

A child or baby with heat exhaustion might have been in the sun or heat for a long time. They might be sweating, have ashen, cool skin, have a headache or dizziness, and feel sick. Heat exhaustion ...

Why volunteer in healthcare and care? From giving non-medical support to people waiting in A&E, to making sure those coming home from hospital have the things they need, the British Red Cross is there ...