How can heat injuries be prevented?
Sydnee Torphy
2025-08-04 14:41:13
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To help prevent heat exhaustion or heatstroke: drink more cold drinks, especially if you're active or exercising. Wear light-coloured, loose clothing. Avoid the sun between 11am and 3pm. Avoid excess alcohol. Avoid extreme exercise. If you're inside on a very hot day, close curtains, close windows if it's hotter outside than in your home and turn off electrical equipment and lights that get hot. This will also prevent dehydration and help your body keep itself cool. Children, older people and people with long-term health conditions are more at risk of heat exhaustion or heatstroke.
Ona Lakin
2025-08-04 14:38:30
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Heat Acclimatization Slowly getting used to the heat is the biggest prevention method. During the first 10 to 14 days of heat exposure, athletes should gradually increase the duration and intensity of their exercise or activity. The National Athletic Trainers’ Association suggests a 14-day period in its high school-specific guidelines for preseason heat acclimatization. Staying hydrated is one of the easiest ways to help prevent heat-related illness. Coaches and parents need to make sure unlimited amounts of water are available for athletes during practices and games, but it is also important for them to stress that athletes need to drink water before and after activity as well. Individuals with sickle cell trait need to be well-hydrated and follow heat acclimatization guidelines. Quick recognition of a heat-related illness is paramount to survival because the signs and symptoms are generally nonspecific. If you see someone struggling, pull them out of the game or practice, ask them how they are feeling, give them some water and cool them down. Cold compresses or ice should always be kept on hand for circumstances that require immediate cooling.
Breana Kreiger
2025-08-04 12:12:34
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Stay cool. Stay in air-conditioned buildings as much as possible. If you do not have air conditioning, consider a shopping mall or public building such as a library to help cool down. Do not rely solely on box fans during extreme temperatures. Stay hydrated. Don't wait until you are thirsty. Water and sports drinks are the most effective warm-weather drinks. Avoid alcohol as it can actually make you more dehydrated. Eat lighter meals. Wear light-weight clothing, or loose-fitting clothes. Protect yourself against sunburn. Sunburn affects your body's ability to cool itself. Wear sunscreen and sunglasses to protect your eyes and skin. Avoid being outside during the hottest part of the day. Check on friends, family and neighbors. Ask them to do the same. Make sure your pets have plenty of water. Do not leave anyone or pets alone in a vehicle. Stay informed. Watch your local news and weather for updates. Stay hydrated. Don't wait until you're thirsty to drink.
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