Chick panting?

Double-check the brooder temperature. For 3 week old chicks, it shouldn't be any warmer than 75 degrees F, and there should be cooler areas available so they can move to whatever temperature zone is most comfortable for them.
 
At this age, you can also turn the light off for several hours at a time. Chicks should not ever be panting. That is a sure sign that they are overheated. What are you using for a bulb? Inside? You could probably step down to a 40W bulb if it is inside, (check your temps) Their brooder should be big enough that the unheated end is what ever the surrounding temp outside the brooder is. Recommendation for next time: https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/yes-you-certainly-can-brood-chicks-outdoors
 

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