SUNSTROKE ADVICE

SUNSTROKE ADVICE

How to Avoid Sunstroke and Heatstroke During Summer Months

I highly recommend you implement these simple, effective tips to prevent cases of sunstroke or heatstroke this summer;

  • Always wear light, loose clothes to allow the body to cool naturally. Avoid wearing tight-fitting or too many clothes, especially during hotter days.
  • Be hydrated to keep the body temperatures low and make it easy to secrete sweat.
  • Get acclimated by restricting the amount of time you get exposed to the sun when doing your tasks.
  • When doing strenuous activities in the sun, drink more water and get to a cool shade frequently.
  • Protect your skin against sunburn.
  • Exercise early om the morning or evening.
  • Take frequent cool showers.
  • Monitor your intake of certain medications that are likely to induce heat conditions.
  • Put on the air conditioner or open up your home to allow free air circulation.

How to Avoid Sunburn

I recommend you wear protective clothing, like long sleeves, sunscreen with an S.P.F. of 15, and replace it after 3-4 hours in the sun. Try to limit your exposure to the sun from 11. Am to 3. P.m and put on sunglasses that can prevent harmful U.V. light.

Julia Davis

Mental health expert
MS, University of Latvia

I am deeply convinced that each patient needs a unique, individual approach. Therefore, I use different psychotherapy methods in my work. During my studies, I discovered an in-depth interest in people as a whole and the belief in the inseparability of mind and body, and the importance of emotional health in physical health. In my spare time, I enjoy reading (a big fan of thrillers) and going on hikes.

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