Watch What You Drink
Avoid caffeine and alcohol as much as possible to help limit dehydration.
Keep The Action Indoors
Limit outdoor activity during peak heat hours (11am-2pm, in general). If possible, exercise indoors, such as at the gym.
Don’t Forget About Your Little Ones
Make sure that everyone in your family stays properly hydrated and are protected from the heat. Also, never leave your children or your pets in a car – even if it’s just for a few minutes. Neither can sweat enough to cool off properly, and are much more vulnerable to the heat than you are.
If you feel sick…
Heat-related sickness can be serious, leading to nausea, dizziness, confusion, headaches, and even death. But in most cases, it’s avoidable. If you do feel ill and your symptoms don’t resolve after a few minutes in a cool setting, get to a hospital immediately for treatment.
