Beat the Heat: Preventing Heat-Related Illness
Summer is not over yet, there are still plenty of hot days anticipated as we head into August. Here are essential tips to prepare for the heat and prevent heat-related illnesses:
- Choose lightweight, loose-fitting clothing to stay cool.
- Spend time in air-conditioned places, such as public facilities, to cool off. Even a few hours spent in the air conditioning can help your body stay cooler when you go back into the heat.
- Plan outdoor activities during cooler parts of the day, like mornings and evenings.
- Protect your skin with sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses to avoid sunburn. Sunburns can significantly slow your body’s ability to cool down and cause you to be dehydrated.
- Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day.
- Learn the symptoms of heat-related illnesses and their treatments. Most heat-related illnesses occur because of overexposure to heat or over-exercising.
- Check on individuals at higher risk, including older adults, outdoor workers, children, and people with disabilities.
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