{"product_id":"look-after-yourself-in-the-heat-he3365","title":"Look after yourself in the heat - HE3365","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs temperatures rise, it’s important we care for ourselves and each other in the heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou can do a few simple things to help stay cool and well\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtreme heat can cause illness and death, but effective planning and actions can reduce its effects on health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDrink plenty of water\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTry to drink at least two litres of fluids a day. Water is the best form of fluid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid hot, caffeinated, energy or alcoholic drinks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEat nourishing cold foods with a high water content, such as salads and fruits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStay out of the sun \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid going out in the heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind shade outside wherever possible and stay indoors when you can.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemember to be SunSmart (slip, slop, slap and wrap).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid extreme physical activity or exercise in the middle of the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep yourself cool\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDress down – wear lightweight, light-coloured, loose-fitting clothing made from natural fibres, like cotton or linen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake a cool shower or bath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpray water or apply cool wet cloths or towels to your skin. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLook out for others\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLook out for very young children and older whānau and neighbours. Check on them often to make sure they are drinking and eating well, keeping cool and taking medicines properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave people or pets unattended in a parked car.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep your space cool\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVentilation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep your house cool — open windows to allow breeze to come through or close up and turn on the air conditioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen windows in the evening or overnight, once the temperature drops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInsulation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHaving good home insulation is one of the most important ways to keep your house healthy. Home insulation will help keep your home cooler in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep light coloured curtains or blinds closed on windows that face the sun during the day. Dark coloured curtains or blinds are best left open as they absorb heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCooling your home\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn off unnecessary lights and electrical equipment – they create heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleep in another room if it is cooler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse an electric fan or air conditioner set to cool. Clean heat pumps – vacuum the filters regularly. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIf you or others feel unwell\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you feel dizzy, weak or have an intense thirst or headache you may be dehydrated. Drink some water and rest in a cool place. Seek help if symptoms persist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are experiencing painful muscle cramps, your body may need electrolytes as well as fluid. Drinking oral rehydration solutions or zero sugar sports drinks may help. Seek medical advice if heat cramps last for more than one hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you, or someone in your whānau, feels unwell, or needs advice, you can talk to your local GP, urgent care clinic, pharmacy or hauora provider. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCall Healthline on \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800611116\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"0800 611 116\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e0800 611 116\u003c\/a\u003e for free, expert health advice anytime. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep medicines below 25°C or in the refrigerator (read the storage instructions on the label). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor more information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/health-topics\/keeping-healthy\/healthy-homes-environments\/health-effects-from-heat\"\u003eHealth effects from heat\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor free, expert health advice call Healthline \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"Tel:0800611116\" title=\"0800 611 116\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 611 116\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67534036631780,"sku":"HE3365","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE3365.png?v=1791777658","url":"https:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\/products\/look-after-yourself-in-the-heat-he3365","provider":"HealthEd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}