Heatwave: Important recommendations to take care of yourself during the holidays

extreme heat usually increases in the week before Christmas and New Year, as outdoor gatherings, alcohol consumption and hours of sun exposure increase. In this context andl National Meteorological Service (SMN) maintains a warning system for extreme temperatures and in the event of prolonged heat events, health recommendations for prevention become key Dehydration and serious illnesses such as: heatstroke

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What extreme heat warning levels mean

The SMN uses a color scale – green, yellow, orange and red – to estimate the potential health effects of heat. In general, the transition from one level to another is related to the duration of the event and the probability of exceeding extreme thresholds.

– Yellow: mild to moderate effect; can be risky for vulnerable groups.

– Orange: moderate to high impact; It can be very dangerous, especially for vulnerable people.

– Red: high to extreme impact; Even healthy people can be affected.

Official recommendations to take care of yourself during the holidays

The guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health insist on simple and sustainable measures throughout the day that reduce the risk both during rising maximum temperatures and on hot nights.

1) Hydrate without having to wait for thirst

Increase water consumption throughout the day.

Avoid drinks with alcohol, caffeine, or high sugar content, as these can promote dehydration.

If you are breastfeeding, breastfeed more often.

2) Less sun and less physical exertion

Avoid sun exposure during the middle hours of the day, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Reduce intense physical activity and prioritize times with lower temperatures.

3) Light diet

Avoid very large meals and prefer fresh fruits and vegetables.

4) Clothing and environment

Wear light, loose-fitting clothing in light colors; Wear a hat or cap and sunglasses when going out.

Stay in ventilated or cooled rooms, especially during naps.

5) Special care for risk groups

Pay special attention to babies, boys and girls, the elderly and people with chronic illnesses.

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Alarm symptoms: when should you consult immediately?

The Ministry of Health notes that it is important to seek medical attention if symptoms such as body temperature above 39 degrees, nausea or vomiting. dizziness or fainting, severe thirst and dry mouth, excessive sweating or very dry skin, headache or stomach ache.

Heat stroke is a serious situation that involves increased body temperature, red, hot, and dry skin, rapid breathing and pulse, severe headaches, and mental status changes such as confusion, disorientation, loss of consciousness, or seizures.

A key point highlighted in the official statements is that this is not the case pharmacological treatment especially in the case of heat stroke: prevention, body cooling and immediate physical measures are crucial.