With temperatures soaring to above 40 degrees in April 2017, incidents of illnesses such as heatstroke, heat cramps and exhaustion are being reported from several parts of India across all age groups. The elderly, infants and children are particularly vulnerable at this time. To handle the side effects of this high temperature and heat wave, and to ensure that the body remains cool, here are a few useful tips from experts at Fortis Healthcare:
Protecting School-going children:
Dr Krishan Chugh, Director and HOD, Pediatrics and PICU, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon
Children are very susceptible to sudden rise in temperature, extreme variations in day/night as well as indoor/outdoor temperatures due to consistent use of air conditioners. Here are a few Dos and Don’ts to especially at a time when the schools are in session:
Tips for the Elderly:
Dr RVS Bhalla, Director & HOD, Department of Internal Medicine, Fortis Escorts Hospital, Faridabad
Caring for Infants
Dr Rahul Nagpal, Director and Head, Department of Pediatrics, Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital, Vasant Kunj
The common health problems observed in babies during summer or seasonal variations are: dehydration, fever, vomiting, sun stroke, prickly heat, dengue, malaria, chikungunya, insect bites, skin allergies and rashes. Precautions to be adhered to while taking care of babies and infants are:
Coping with rise in temperature
Dr. Ajay Aggarwal, Director – Department of Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospital, Noida says, “The sudden rise in temperature from normal to extremely hot can make a person sick due to exposure to bacteria. Additionally it can weaken the immune system and make one more prone to germs. It is very common to see sudden changes in weather leading to fatigue, stress, skin irritation, loss of appetite and cough.
A healthy and strong person can endure the stress caused by weather changes and not display any sign of discomfort or sickness. For others, it is recommended:
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