A Guide to Heat Exhaustion

If you’re showing signs of heat exhaustion, you need to get your body to cool down. Symptoms of heat exhaustion include

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• Headaches
• Cramps
• Dizziness and confusion
• Fast heart rate
• Nausea
• High temperature
• Excessive sweating
• Increased thirst

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How to Cool Down

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To cool down, you need to follow these four simple steps:

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1. Move to a cool place.
2. Lie down and raise your feet slightly.
3. Drink plenty of water. Sports or rehydration drinks work, too.
4. Cool your skin - spray or sponge yourself with cool water and a fan. Cold packs around the armpits or the neck can also do the trick.

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Once you’re done with the four steps, you should start to cool down and feel better. It may take around 30 minutes.

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Prevent Heat Exhaustion

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Plenty of ways to prevent heat exhaustion. Some of them are as follows:

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• Drink plenty of cold drinks.
• Take cool baths or showers.
• Wear light-colored, loose clothing.
• Sprinkle water over your skin or clothes.
• Avoid the sun between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
• Avoid having excessive amounts of alcohol.

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Treating Heat Exhaustion

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In most people, symptoms of heat exhaustion will start to improve within about 30 minutes if you’ve taken all the necessary first steps.

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However, if symptoms still persist, contact your nearest Heal360 clinic. A doctor will treat heat exhaustion with intravenous (IV) fluids and electrolytes for quick rehydration. Book an appointment or head to your closest Heal360 clinic.