# Heatwave harms brain and eye health, doctors warn 2026-08-12T21:56:34+00:00 | Health & Science | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Delhi-NCR hospitals report a 20% rise in outpatients with heat-related neurological complaints such as severe headaches, dizziness and disorientation, says Dr Vinit Suri of Indraprastha Apollo Hospital. Prolonged heat and dehydration can trigger migraines and worsen epilepsy. Eye health is also at risk: Dr Neeraj Sanduja warns of dryness, irritation and corneal sunburns from sunlight and dust. Doctors advise staying hydrated with coconut water or buttermilk, wearing UV goggles and avoiding peak afternoon sun. ## Coverage - millenniumpost.in Tags: dehydration, doctor advisory, eye health, heatwave, neurological health, summer precautions Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/heatwave-harms-brain-and-eye-health-doctors-warn/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/heatwave-harms-brain-and-eye-health-doctors-warn/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.