The function of conferring the Maharashtra Bhushan Award to veteran social worker Appasaheb Dharmadhikari was held on Sunday. However, 11 people lost their lives due to heat stroke after sitting in the sun for four to five hours. Sitting in the 42 degree Celsius temperature and the scorching sun, followers started suffering from heatstroke. Many people were fainting due to heat stroke. Meanwhile, given the weather conditions, health experts are advising people to take care of the heat. Health experts have advised everyone from the elderly to children not to step out of the house during the afternoon. Today we are going to tell you what to do in case of heat stroke and what measures to take to protect yourself from heat stroke.
What is heatstroke?
There are two types, heatstroke and sunstroke. Heatstroke occurs after continuous work in the hot sun, and the acute problem that results from it, i.e. heatstroke, occurs when the body produces or absorbs heat beyond the limit, causing hyperthermia, i.e. high temperature disease. Sunstroke happens due to going out in the dry sun or staying in the sun for a long time, the body's heat balance system stops working.
How do you recognize the symptoms of heat stroke?
Dizziness
Headache
Feeling lethargic and light-headed
Absence of perspiration despite heat
Redness of the skin
Dry skin
Feeling weak
Nausea, vomiting
Breathing heavily
Increased heart rate
How to protect yourself from heatstroke
1. Drink enough water
On an average two litres of water is required to enter the body every day. Carry a water bottle with you when going out. Apart from plain water, it is fine to drink coconut water, vegetable and fruit juices daily.
2. Use proper sun protection
Use a sunscreen lotion with SPF 30 or higher that protects against UVA and UVB rays. Apply it properly on all exposed skin for at least 15 minutes before leaving the house. Wear a wide brimmed hat and goggles whenever possible.
3. Avoid alcohol
Consuming alcohol or soda drinks during hot summer days quickly depletes body water and increases the chances of heat stroke or dehydration. Opt for cold drinks instead of alcohol.
4. Avoid sun exposure in the afternoon
12 noon to 3:00 pm is the hottest time. So stay indoors or in places with shade and relax. Since the temperature is high during this time, all the energy in your body goes down within a few minutes. Avoid working outside during this time.
What to do in case of sunstroke?
In case of heatstroke, the first aid is to remove excess heat from the body as soon as possible and maintain blood circulation. First, move the person to an air-conditioned place if possible, otherwise to a shaded or cool place and remove excess clothing from the body. It helps to reduce the body temperature. Also, wipe the person's body with a wet cloth.
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