If persistent heat waves of a region, heat damage and health consequences can be severe, including sunstroke, and even more affected by body heat damage. According to the Center for Disease Control, was the extreme heat for 700 deaths per year in the U.S. They tend to occur in small epidemics, when we are confronted with heat waves, as we are experiencing at this time of year. Some experts predict this may be more common because of global climate change. Heat stroke is a relatively common response to severe heat and includes symptoms such as dizziness, headache and fainting. If untreated, it can develop into heat stroke. If severe, it requires medical attention. The most severe form is manifested when someone no longer able to lead her body after heavy sweating, cool to dry skin, a body temperature above 103 degrees Fahrenheit, heat rash, muscle cramps, confusion, and sometimes unconsciousness. Deeply dangerous effects on the central nervous system circuits and can happen quickly if ignored warning signs.
People to cope with heat by driving a lot of heat through the breath and sweaty. Evaporation of moisture away from the surface of our skin directs the internal heat. High humidity makes it very difficult. The cooling effect is severely impaired. The Heat Index published estimates of how they feel and how much moisture can effect a certain temperature, which can be 15 degrees or more, if the humidity is high increase. Urban areas are known as "heat islands." The large amount of concrete and asphalt absorbs and radiates heat to a large extent. The increased density of heat-producing machines and people put villagers at much greater risk than their rural counterparts. This is especially dangerous when a heat wave that lasted more than two days. The nights are not cooling not get through the built-up heat and the people a break from the prolonged heat. Other cities in heat-related deaths occur at night.
Who is most affected? Elderly, very young are particularly vulnerable persons with chronic diseases. Some drugs may be more sensitive to heat people (diuretics, beta blockers, mental health drugs) to discuss your concerns with your doctor to see if there are no special precautions are recommended. But even healthy people who work or exercise in extreme heat must be subject to dangerous consequences.
The most useful thing you can do during extreme heat, up to several hours you'll spend a day in air conditioning. If you do not have air conditioning, plans to time with someone who does not spend. Many public buildings are available, the automatic climate control, such as libraries, schools, shopping centers, cafes. Fans helps in evaporation / cooling. You may also be more harmful, if only blow hot air around. It can be compared to a convection oven, magnifying mirror, the negative effects of heat. Remain in times of extreme heat in the house and avoid direct sunlight. Slow down and avoid strenuous activities.
Even healthy well-conditioned athletes are vulnerable to dangerous effects of heat. If you have outside of work, you need a plan. Wear loose fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Use to protect a broad hat on his head and face. Drink plenty of fluids. Water is the best. Alcohol and caffeinated beverages should be avoided, because they make things worse. Eat light food in small quantities, but often. Take frequent breaks to get out of direct sun and collect liquids. A buddy system is a great idea. If you work alone, you may not notice the first effects that can cloud your judgment. Partner can help keep an eye on each other. A buddy system is also a good idea for older people or those who live alone and need help sometimes. The water consumption is at the top of the list. Two liters per day is a good start for a normal healthy person. In extreme heat, demand increases dramatically. Use of salt tablets is not recommended and potentially dangerous. Some sports drinks without caffeine can be fit, but should not be the only source of fluid replacement. Water is the best.
Never leave children or pets in a closed vehicle. Temperatures can rise quickly to 140 degrees, which is very dangerous after a few minutes.
With a little planning and common sense, you can survive the heat wave comfortably and safely without a statistic.
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