How to prevent heat-related illnesses
Oct 10, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
In general, heatstroke can be prevented by avoiding high-temperature environments, drinking plenty of water, eating fruits, exercising regularly, and preventing insect bites. It is essential to avoid working or living in hot, high-temperature, and poorly ventilated environments as much as possible. If such conditions are unavoidable, one should take breaks after working for a period of time, move to a well-ventilated area to rest before returning to work.
In general, heatstroke can be prevented by avoiding high-temperature environments, drinking plenty of water, eating fruits, exercising regularly, and preventing insect bites. The specific measures are as follows:
1. Avoid high-temperature environments
Avoid working or living in hot, high-temperature, and poorly ventilated environments as much as possible. If such exposure is unavoidable, take breaks after working for a period of time by moving to a well-ventilated area to rest before resuming work.
2. Drink plenty of water
It is essential to drink sufficient water to replenish bodily fluids. When possible, add salt to the water or use oral rehydration salts to prepare drinks, which helps prevent excessive loss of water and electrolytes due to sweating, thereby avoiding electrolyte imbalance.
3. Eat fruits
Consume cool beverages or refreshing fruits, such as chilled water, watermelon juice, mango juice, etc.
4. Exercise regularly
Regular physical exercise strengthens the body's resistance and immunity, improving tolerance to heat and high temperatures.
5. Prevent insect bites
Protect the skin from insect bites, scalds from hot water, and other injuries to prevent infections that may result from accelerated bacterial growth in high-temperature conditions.
It is recommended that individuals take proper sun protection measures in daily life. If any discomfort occurs, seek medical attention promptly to avoid delaying treatment.
