Our temperature here in Dallas, Texas is supposed to hit about 103 degrees today. Phoenix, Arizona expects to hit at least 100 degrees every single day now. Those are a few extreme temperatures out there!
Two of the worst dangers are heat exhaustion as well as heat stroke. Heat exhaustion is characterized by sweating, an immediate pulse, fatigue, muscle cramps, dizziness, headaches, and nausea. Heat stroke may be the advanced condition if heat exhaustion isn't treated properly. Heat stroke itself, characterized by internal body temperatures of at least 104 degrees, may possibly lead to organ damage.
The how to avoid these extreme physical conditions are to avoid the peak hours (ten in the morning to four within the afternoon) and also to minimize your direct exposure to the sun. Plenty of sunscreen and light-colored clothing can help keep yourself temperatures down as well.
The most important method to stay healthy and safe in the heat would be to stay hydrated. When you are feeling thirsty, you're already beginning to get dehydrated. Something that includes caffeine or alcohol does not suffice, since they can lead to further dehydration. And please watch out for those around you — pets, young kids, and also the elderly tend to be more prone to the results from the heat.
If you do wind up overheated, get to an awesome area as soon as possible, and drink water. You can also use ice packs to help bring your body temperatures back down. Should you end up sunburned (despite all of our warnings to use sunscreen!!!), taking over-the-counter medications like ibuprofen will help reduce pain and inflammation. Aloe vera gel might help calm and funky the injured skin. Avoid scrubbing and shaving the injured skin to help it heal.
