How to prevent heat injury?
Waino White
2025-10-08 13:09:14
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Staying safe in the heat is always important.
During a heat wave, taking heat safety and heat stroke seriously are more important than ever.
Avoid becoming dehydrated Staying properly hydrated can help your body regulate its temperature.
If you need to be outdoors, plan to leave your house already well-hydrated.
Dress for the heat (and humidity) When it's hot, it's important to dress light.
Seek air conditioning or shade as often as possible After being cooped up inside all day, getting outdoors can be a great reprieve.
Exercise indoors or early in the morning Strenuous activity can make it even easier to overheat on a hot, humid day.
Rethink those outdoor day-drinking plans Alcohol does more than impair your motor skills and judgement, it can also impair your body's ability to regulate your temperature.
Jacinto Breitenberg
2025-10-08 10:01:45
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When temperatures are very high, make sure to:Get Plenty to Drink Sweating removes needed salt and minerals from the body. When it is hot, drink more water, juice and sports drinks. Avoid drinks with caffeine and alcohol. Be sure to eat regularly. Stay Cool Indoors The best way to beat the heat is to stay in an air conditioned area. If you don’t have an air conditioner, go to a shopping mall or public building for a few hours. Schedule Outdoor Activities Carefully Try to be less active during the hottest part of the day, late afternoon. If you must be out in the heat, plan your activities so that you are outdoors either before noon or in the evening. Pace Yourself If you are not used to working or exercising in hot weather, start slowly and pick up the pace gradually. Use a Buddy System During a heat wave, check on your friends and family and have someone do the same for you.
Lazaro Conroy
2025-10-08 09:11:36
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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.
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