HOT SUMMER
Hot weather is a problem in most parts of the world. Every summer, a lot of people fall victims of extreme summer heat throughout the world.
If you know that 2007 saw about 100 deaths due to extreme heat, it won’t be hard for you to recognize the deadliness of heat.
The most common & the least threatening disease caused by heat is heat stress. Wearing heavy clothes, exposure to high humidity, physical exercise etc are considered to be the reasons of it. Whereas avoiding the sun, drinking cool water, light & loose clothing are the possible solutions given by doctors. However, heat stress cannot be overlooked as, if not taken care of seriously then it might turn into serious health issue. Heat stress is more dangerous for the people with weak heart, people who weighs too much or the alcoholics.
Dehydration is another health problem that results from heat. Dehydration is harmful because even two percent water loss can affect human memory & mathematics solving ability& 4-5% loss can reduce working ability by 20-30%. Situation gets even worse when body temperature reaches above 40 degrees & body stops perspiring. The victim can be seriously affected if not treated immediately.
So many threats & some are even life threatening. Wondering how to keep yourself cool? Well ,the solution is as your mom used to say “Honey, drinks more water”. Exactly. The simplest & the most effective solution to all heat problems. Apart from that , doctor’s advice is to-avoid sun if possible, use caps ,sun glasses, use loose & light garments, stay away from much heavy & hot foods & the sweet drinks.
Never forget to keep your doc’s number in your phone book as situation might demand us to act on our feet.
Follow the expert’s advice. Stay cool & healthy.
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