Now that the weather is heating up, it's important to make sure that you avoid a heat stroke. Here are some tips to help you cope with the heat.
1. Drink plenty of water. While in the heat, drink at least 8 oz. of water per hour. Do not wait until you feel thirsty because it may be too late.
2. Pay attention to your medications. Some medications make you more sensitive to heat. Antihistamines, diuretics, laxatives, and many hyper tension drugs can make you more sensitive.
3. Limit the amount of time in the outdoors during the hottest times of the day between 11:00 and 3:00.
Symptoms of a heat stroke.
1. Headaches
2. Dizziness
3. Heavy sweating or lack of sweating
4. Skin that is hot and red.
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