Can 26°C indoors keep active young adults safe from heat?

NCT ID NCT07267598

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study checks whether keeping indoor temperatures at 26°C is enough to protect young, habitually active adults from heat stress. Ten healthy volunteers aged 18-29 will spend 8 hours in a controlled warm room, either resting or doing light exercise while wearing extra clothing. Researchers will measure body temperature, heart rate, and other signs of strain to see if the current guideline works for this group.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If it works, this could help refine heat safety guidelines for young active adults during hot weather.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early study with only 10 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It only looks at short-term effects, not long-term health.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cognitive disorder Heat Stress Disorders Hyperthermia

As listed by the trial registrant

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Ottawa

    RECRUITING

    Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5, Canada

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