This weekend brings the fourth heat wave of summer 2024 with alerts for high temperatures in 35 provinces
Those over 65 and children under 5 are the population most at risk of suffering from heat-related problems. At the Sagrado Corazón de Jesús Residence in Fraga , they are professionals in the care and attention of the elderly . Therefore, they have firsthand knowledge of the problems that rising temperatures can cause for the general population and for the elderly in particular.
From this center in Fraga, they tell us that the best way to protect oneself from high temperatures is to use common sense and the traditional measures that our culture has used to protect itself from the rigors of summer, such as:
- Lower the blinds
- Wear light clothing
- Wear a cap or hat
- Drink a lot of water
- Avoid physical exercise during the hottest hours of the day
- Use sunscreen
- Etc ...
It's important to drink plenty of water and not wait until you're thirsty, as that's one of the first signs of dehydration. Pay special attention to elderly relatives who live alone and communicate with them daily.
On the other hand, the Fraga residence reminds us that, in the event of any serious heat-related symptoms, medical assistance should be sought urgently.
For more information, you can consult the prevention guide of the Department of Health and Consumer Affairs of the Government of Aragon.
