- Look out for those who are most at risk: The elderly, young children and babies – help them to keep themselves cool and hydrated.
- Look out for signs of heat exhaustion: Dizziness, headache, feeling weak, feeling sick or being sick, increased breathing or heart rate. For more information visit https://nhs.uk
- Close curtains in rooms that face the sun to keep indoor spaces cooler. Remember, it may be cooler outdoors than indoors.
- Drink Plenty of fluids and avoid excess alcohol, If you are leaving the house, take a bottle of water.
- Stay cool indoors – learn how to keep your home cool, see https://gov.uk
- If you are going into water (rivers, lakes, the sea, or a pool) to cool down, take care and follow local safety advice.
- Try to keep out of the sun and avoid exercising during the hottest part of the day – between 11 in the morning and 3 in the afternoon.
- If going outdoors, stay in the shade, apply sunscreen regularly, wear a wide brimmed hat, sunglasses and light, loose-fitting clothing.
- If you live with a heart or lung condition take extra care to stay cool, ensure you have your medication to hand and seek help early if you feel unwell.
- Never leave anyone or any animal, in a closed, parked vehicle.
Stay well this summer.
NHS
![Tips for coping in hot weather Look out for those who are most at risk: The elderly, young children and babies - help them to keep themselves cool and hydrated. Look out for signs of heat exhaustion: Dizziness, headache, feeling weak, feeling sick or being sick, increased breathing or heart rate. For more information visit [link]https://nhs.uk[/link] Close curtains in rooms that face the sun to keep indoor spaces cooler. Remember, it may be cooler outdoors than indoors. Drink Plenty of fluids and avoid excess alcohol, If you are leaving the house, take a bottle of water. Stay cool indoors - learn how to keep your home cool, see [link]https://gov.uk[/link] If you are going into water (rivers, lakes, the sea, or a pool) to cool down, take care and follow local safety advice. Try to keep out of the sun and avoid exercising during the hottest part of the day - between 11 in the morning and 3 in the afternoon. If going outdoors, stay in the shade, apply sunscreen regularly, wear a wide brimmed hat, sunglasses and light, loose-fitting clothing. If you live with a heart or lung condition take extra care to stay cool, ensure you have your medication to hand and seek help early if you feel unwell. Never leave anyone or any animal, in a closed, parked vehicle. Stay well this summer. NHS](https://borderpractice.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Tips-for-coping-in-hot-weather.jpg)
Tips for coping in hot weather
June 26, 2024
Tips for coping in hot weather
Look out for those who are most at risk: The elderly, young children and babies - help them to keep themselves cool and hydrated.
Look out for signs of heat exhaustion: Dizziness, headache, feeling weak, feeling sick or being sick, increased breathing or heart rate. For more information visit [link]https://nhs.uk[/link]
Close curtains in rooms that face the sun to keep indoor spaces cooler. Remember, it may be cooler outdoors than indoors.
Drink Plenty of fluids and avoid excess alcohol, If you are leaving the house, take a bottle of water.
Stay cool indoors - learn how to keep your home cool, see [link]https://gov.uk[/link]
If you are going into water (rivers, lakes, the sea, or a pool) to cool down, take care and follow local safety advice.
Try to keep out of the sun and avoid exercising during the hottest part of the day - between 11 in the morning and 3 in the afternoon.
If going outdoors, stay in the shade, apply sunscreen regularly, wear a wide brimmed hat, sunglasses and light, loose-fitting clothing.
If you live with a heart or lung condition take extra care to stay cool, ensure you have your medication to hand and seek help early if you feel unwell.
Never leave anyone or any animal, in a closed, parked vehicle.
Stay well this summer.
NHS