Keep a cool head – temperatures above 30 degrees are harmful to health

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Temperatures in Austria are rising and the first warm weekend is just around the corner. High outdoor temperatures of 30°C and above present hazards such as sunburn, heat stroke or heat exhaustion. The following tips will help you keep a cool head in the coming weeks.

For some, there can hardly be anything better, but for many, the heat is a great burden. So especially for the elderly. They have little thirst, which is why they often drink too little and sweat less than younger people. On particularly hot days it is therefore essential that you drink enough and ensure that your body cools down. But also young people must “take precautions” to spend a carefree summer.

“cool” Red Cross Tips:

  • Drink enough: Humans are made up of about 60 percent water. Unfortunately, our thirst often doesn’t start until our body has already lost a lot of fluid. Therefore, on hot days, drink two to three liters during the day. Cool water, unsweetened tea, diluted fruit juices or cold soups are ideal. This helps compensate for the loss of fluid and electrolytes through sweating. However, alcohol and caffeine should be avoided.
  • Refreshingly wet: Evaporating water cools down and provides cooling in between. Simply fill a spray bottle with water and spray your face, arms, lower legs and feet as needed. Cold compresses and foot baths also provide cooling. Cold showers should be avoided. Instead, shower with lukewarm water, as it opens up the pores and helps the body release heat.
  • Keep calm: Close curtains, blinds and shutters during the day to keep indoor spaces as cool as possible. Ventilate your house or apartment well in the morning and evening and preferably leave the windows open at night. If that doesn’t help, opt for indoor leisure activities. For example, go to the cinema, shopping center or visit a museum. In any case, avoid physical exertion in the heat and use the cooler morning and evening hours to exercise.
  • First aid for heat emergencies: If you do go out in high temperatures, make sure that you are never exposed to the blazing sun for too long and that you take regular breaks. Drink plenty of water, wear a hat and high SPF sunscreen, and cool off in the shade whenever possible. If the mouth becomes dry, a feeling of sluggishness occurs, a headache, dizziness or cramps appear in the arms or legs, you should immediately go to the shade, sit down and drink water. For the overheated head, you can put cold compresses on your forehead.
  • Death Trap car: Even if you leave your car for a while to do something: never leave children or animals alone in the car. When the sun shines on the parked vehicle, the temperature can rise to a life-threatening 70°C within minutes.

All details about the Austrian weather can be found here.

Source: Krone

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