It seems that we will have an extremely hot summer in Skopje and the wider area. The weathercast for the days and weekend (104 F or 40 C) that follow should concern all of us.
The Embassy Health Unit wants to remind you about basic precautions regarding sun and heat exposure.
Overexposure to the sun can damage the skin and could cause skin cancer. Heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps and heat rash are possible when you become overexerted in the heat. Put your health first in order to enjoy the summer fully.
·[FONT="] [/FONT] Wear a wide-brimmed hat to keep you head and face cool. This will also provide added protection from damaging sun exposure. Baseball caps provide little protection except to the face. A hat should protect neck, face and ears.
·[FONT="] [/FONT] Wear a long-sleeved shirt at all times. It should be light colored and loose fitting.
·[FONT="] [/FONT] Carry a source of water with you. Take drinks frequently – every 15 minutes. Don’t wait until you are thirsty to drink.
·[FONT="] [/FONT] Avoid liquids that contain alcohol, caffeine or large amount of sugar. These can actually cause you to lose body fluids.
·[FONT="] [/FONT] Avoid hot heavy meals.
·[FONT="] [/FONT] If you have to be outdoors, take frequent breaks in the shade or in a cool environment during the hottest times of the day.
·[FONT="] [/FONT] Adjust gradually working in the heat over a period of 10-20 days.
·[FONT="] [/FONT] Someone suffering from a heat exhaustion or heat stroke should be moved to a cool environment, offered sips of water, if conscious, and provided with attention from emergency personnel.
·[FONT="] [/FONT] Wear sunscreen that has a SPF of at least 15, applied minimum 30 min before sun exposure. The most effective sunscreen products have “broad spectrum” or UVA/UVB stated on their labels. Make sure children are also adequately protected – sunscreen, hat, playing in shade…
·[FONT="] [/FONT] Wear sunglasses
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