The summer heat is on the rise, and so is the tendency to get sick when you are out in the sun.
Many people are suffering from heatstroke in this intense heat. People often get sick while walking on the road, or in public transport like buses.
Although, older people are more likely to suffer from this heatstroke, but it might affect you as well.
So, what actually is heatstroke?
Heatstroke, also known as sunstroke, is a serious form of heat injury and is considered a medical emergency. (Source)
It generally occurs when an individual has been too hot for too long, whether working, exercising, or simply sitting in a hot environment.
In this article I give tell you 4 tips to prevent or avoid getting a heatstroke.
- Regularly drink water or fluids
- Wear light-colored clothes
- Use umbrella & Sunscreen
- Avoid the hottest parts of the day
1. Regularly drink water/fluids
The main cause of heat stroke is dehydration. So you have to take care that there is no shortage of water in the body.
To prevent dehydration, it’s generally recommended to drink at least eight glasses of water every day.
Not only water but also various fruits like watermelon, cucumber are beneficial in preventing heatstroke.
Heat-related illnesses like sunstroke can also result from salt depletion. So it is advisable to substitute an electrolyte-rich drink for water during periods of extreme heat and humidity.
2. Wear light-colored clothes
Give preference to loose cotton clothing to beat the intense heat. It is advisable to give preference to light colored clothes.
Keep in mind that loose clothes facilitate the circulation of body heat and also you will be be able to sweat properly. Remember that if there is a problem in sweating, different types of problems can occur in the body.
3. Use umbrella & Sunscreen
Try not to go out of the house in the scorching heat, especially between 11 AM to 3 PM. But if there is no way, you must go out with an umbrella. You can also keep sunglasses and a hat with you.
Along with it, you can also use a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or more.
Here is some recommend sunscreen for you. Also, make sure to follow this guide to know which sunscreen is best for you based on your skin type.
4. Don’t stay in a parked car for long
It is noticed that the temperature of the car, when parked under the sun can increase upto 6 degree celsius.
So try avoiding sitting inside the car even if its parked under a tree or even if the windows are cracked open.
Instead just seat under a tree or keep the AC of the car on.
These are some of the tips you can follow to avoid a sunstroke or heatstroke. This might help you or your family members to beat the summer heat.
Also, if you find someone having a heat stroke on the road, help them immediately by taking necessary action.
Stay Safe! Stay Healthy!