Do not go out for too long during hot sunny hours
The time from 10 am to 4 pm is when the outdoor temperature is at the highest level, making the body easily dehydrated and overloaded with body temperature.
Prolonged exposure to harsh sunlight can lead to heatstroke, rapidly increasing body temperature, affecting the brain, heart and kidneys. Workers outdoors, people exercising in the sun or having to move a lot in hot weather are high-risk groups.
You should only go out when absolutely necessary during high temperatures. If you are forced to move, you need to wear light, loose-fitting clothes, a hat and bring drinking water.
In addition, many people have a habit of only drinking water when they feel thirsty. However, the body may have fallen into mild dehydration before this feeling appeared.
You should drink water regularly throughout the day, especially after outdoor activities. Oresol water or electrolyte replenishment solution can also be helpful in prolonged hot weather.
Do not be subjective with signs of heat exhaustion
Physical activity outdoors in hot weather can cause body temperatures to rise faster than normal. This is especially dangerous for manual laborers or high-intensity exercises in the afternoon.
According to the World Weather Attribution, climate change is causing extreme heat waves to appear more frequently and sustainably globally. This increases the risk of diseases related to high temperatures.
Some warning signs that the body is affected by heat include dizziness, nausea, headache, fatigue, abnormal hot skin or stopping sweating. When these symptoms appear, people need to quickly move to a shady place, cool down their body with a wet towel and rest.
Experts note that you should not try to continue working or exercising when your body has shown signs of exhaustion because the condition can become severe very quickly.
In addition to limiting going out during peak hours, people should maintain a ventilated living space, get enough sleep and supplement with green vegetables and fruits to help the body adapt to prolonged hot weather.
