Summer has been very humid in the North East, and when humidity and high temperatures are combined danger increases due to the fact that the ability to perspire becomes more difficult. Children are in the group at most risk, not immune to harmful effects of hot summer Days. Experts recommendations to stay cool on hot humid summer days are as follows:
1.Give them plenty of fluids, preferably water, or electrolyte beverages before they get thirsty, if you wait till they’re thirsty that means yhey’re already dehydrated
2.Dress them with loose fitted summer children clothing, cotton and light colors that will allow their skin to breathe
3.Avoid letting them play in the heat during peak hours, even on a cloudy day UV rays still cause damage to the skin
4.Sunscreens with an SPF of 15 or greater are recommended (SPF 30 is recommended by the Food and Drug Administration) to prevent skin cancer
Signs of dehydration:
- Headache
- Dry mouth (lips and Tongue)
- Nausea
- Muscle Cramps
