With this extreme heat, we need to be careful to keep
ourselves and our young children hydrated.
Dehydration is common when exerting yourself in such hot
conditions.
What is dehydration? Dehydration is when your body loses
more fluid than it is taking in.
Acording to http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/dehydration/DS00561
“Common causes of
dehydration include intense diarrhea, vomiting, fever or excessive sweating.
Not drinking enough water during hot weather or exercise also may cause
dehydration. Anyone may become dehydrated, but young children, older adults and
people with chronic illnesses are most at risk.”
Children are small and
tend to lose fluids more quickly than adults.
Also, infants cannot regulate their body temperature, so you may want to
keep them indoors out of the heat. If
you find yourself and your children outside playing, here are some suggestions
to keep yourselves cool and hydrated.
1.
Stay in the shade whenever possible.
2.
Try to keep outdoor activity to early mornings
and evenings when it may be less hot.
3.
Take frequent breaks for water or freezer pops/
ice cream
4.
Get wet in the pool/ lake/ sprinkler to cool
off and lower your body temperature
5.
Wear
light, loose fitting clothing
For more information and safety tips regarding the
effects of extreme heat, visit http://yosemite.epa.gov/ochp/ochpweb.nsf/content/heat.htm
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