New Guide Offers Summer Heat Survival Tips
A new guide and brochure, 'Climate Change and Health - Tips for Summer Heat and Heatwaves', has been released to help people cope with rising temperatures. While the author remains unnamed, the publication offers crucial advice for staying safe during hot weather.
The guide recommends avoiding physical activity during the hottest part of the day, from 11 am to 6 pm, and on days with high ozone levels. Instead, reschedule outdoor activities to cooler morning and evening hours. To cool down, it suggests using methods such as cooling foot baths, body lotions, or thermal water spray.
It also warns that certain medications can be affected by hot weather. Therefore, it is essential to discuss any heat-related concerns with a healthcare provider. Additionally, the guide advises avoiding staying in parked cars, especially with others or pets, during hot weather to prevent heatstroke.
To keep homes cool, the guide recommends ventilating them at night and in the early morning, and using external shading for sunlit rooms.
The 'Climate Change and Health - Tips for Summer Heat and Heatwaves' guide provides valuable insights to help individuals stay safe and comfortable during hot weather. By following its advice, people can reduce the risk of heat-related illnesses and enjoy their activities even in high temperatures.
