Heatwave Alert - July 2006
The Department of Health is warning the old, young and chronically ill to take care as a heatwave affecting parts of England and Wales.
With temperatures rising to 32C Degrees across the South of the country, it is important to try and keep cool and keep safe. In a severe heatwave the body can overheat and dehydrate, leading to heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
Listen to bulletins on radio and television and follow health advice.
If a heatwave is forecast, try to plan your day in a way that allows you to stay out of the heat.
If possible, avoid going out in the hottest part of the day (11am - 3pm).
If you must go out, stay in the shade. Wear a hat and light loose fitting clothes, preferably cotton. If you will be outside for some time, take plenty of water with you.
Take cool showers or baths and splash yourself several times a day with cold water, particularly your face and the back of your neck.
Eat as you normally would. Try to eat more cold food, particularly salads and fruit, which contain water. Avoid alcohol.
Older people are much more prone to the effects of heat. You can help older relatives or neighbours by checking on them, if possible, every day, and reminding them to drink plenty and often. They should have a mixture of drinks including fruit juice and water. Help them to keep their house as cool as possible, drawing curtains, opening windows at night, or using a fan if necessary.
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