Ministry of Health Publishes Guidelines to Prevent Heat Stress and Heat Stroke

Alanbat - Sarah Omat

 The Ministry of Health has provided a set of guidelines for citizens to prevent heat stress and heat stroke as a result of the heat wave that the country is affected by these days.

The Ministry published on its website the symptoms of heat stroke and the procedures that are recommended to be followed in the event of heat stroke.

The Ministry recalled the precautions to be taken in such weather, such as avoiding direct sunlight and not leaving the most vulnerable groups from home, such as people suffering from chronic diseases, especially cardiovascular diseases and high blood pressure, in addition to the elderly and children due to their poor ability to cope with high temperatures.  

The Ministry stressed the need for parents not to allow their children to play outside the home, not to leave them inside the vehicle in these hot climates, and to avoid practicing physical activities that require great effort.  

The Ministry advised wearing light cotton clothes and drinking plenty of water at frequent intervals in order to maintain hydration and prevent dehydration that may occur as a result of hot weather.