TIPS on how to BEAT the HEAT!!!!.

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The three month long annual heat wave is upon us, particularly those living on the African Sudano Sahelian belt.
 Although it is a yearly occurrence, the experience always proves to be oppressive and generally annoying to deal with. 
During this period of the year, temperatures on average vary between 27 and 43 degrees Celsius. What do we need to take into consideration during this time?
Indeed,heat exhaustion starts slowly, but if it's not quickly treated it can progress to heatstroke. In heatstroke, a person's temperature reaches 105°F 
(40.5°C) or higher. Heatstroke requires immediate emergency medical care and can be fatal.
Here is what you should reflect on.

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF HEAT EXHAUSTION?

  1. increased thirst
  2. weakness
  3. fainting
  4. muscle cramps
  5. nausea and vomiting
  6. irritability
  7. headache
  8. increased sweating
  9. cool, clammy skin
  10. elevation of body temperature, but to less than 105°F (40.5°C)
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WHAT TO DO?
If your child has symptoms of heatstroke, seek emergency medical care 
immediately. In cases of heat exhaustion or while awaiting help for a 
child with possible heatstroke:
·         Bring the child indoors or into the shade immediately.
·         Undress the child.
·         Have the child lie down; elevate feet slightly.
·         If the child is alert, place in cool bath water. If outside, spray the child with mist from a garden hose.
·         If the child is alert and coherent, give frequent sips of cool, clear fluids.
·         If the child is vomiting, turn onto his or her side to prevent choking.
ALWAYS THINK PREVENTION!

Teach kids to always drink plenty of fluids before and during any activity in hot, sunny weather — even if they aren't thirsty.
  • Make sure kids wear light-colored, loose clothing in warm weather.

  • Don't let kids participate in heavy activity outdoors during the hottest hours of the day.

  • Teach kids to come indoors immediately whenever they feel overheated.

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Sticking to these rules might sound burdensome, but it is worth it!




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