Health Tips: This year, the heat will burn the organs, adopt these tips to avoid heatwave

Health Tips: India is predicted to experience extreme heat during the year 2026. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has also issued a warning of above-normal temperatures in many parts of the country between March and May. Earlier, February 2026 was also recorded as one of the hottest months since 1901 in many regions. Experts say that if La Niña (La Niña; a) to El Niño (El Niño; Heatwave (heatwave) may intensify with temperature

What is a heatwave? (What is a heatwave?)

Heatwave conditions occur when the temperature in an area remains much higher than normal for several days. If the humidity is also high, then the effect of heat can be more dangerous. According to scientists, heatwaves around the world are becoming longer and more dangerous than ever before due to climate >change<

Who is most at risk?

Heatwave affects everyone, but some people are more affected by it. This includes newborns and young children, pregnant women, the elderly and people with chronic illnesses. Children's bodies are not as capable of tolerating heat as adults, so they can quickly fall prey to dehydration. On the other hand, excessive heat in pregnant women can lead to dehydration, premature delivery and other health problems><

Necessary measures to avoid heatwaves

• Drink enough water: It is very important to drink water regularly throughout the day on hot days, even if you don't feel thirsty. Encourage children to drink water often.

• Avoid scorching heat in the afternoon: Avoid going out in the afternoon, especially between 11 am and 4 pm. If it is necessary to go outside, stop and walk in a shady place.
• Keep the house cool: Keep curtains or blinds closed on the windows during the summer so that the sun does not come in. Open the windows at night and let in the cool air. A fan or cooler can also help lower the temperature of the house.
• Wear light and cotton clothes: It is better to wear lighter clothes like cotton in summer. It keeps the body cool and also reduces the problem of sweating.

Also, be careful when going out, and if going out is unavoidable:

Apply
• sunscreen.
Use a
• hat or umbrella.
• Rest in the shade from time to time.

l  Identify symptoms of infection

heat stress can have many symptoms in the body. These include the following symptoms:

• Sweating profusely
• Feeling dizzy or weak.
• headache.
• nausea or vomiting.
• muscle cramps.
• If a person experiences symptoms such as fainting, confusion, high body temperature or cramps, it is imperative to seek medical help immediately.

What to do if someone feels heat stress (heat)?

In such a situation, take the following steps immediately:

• Move the person to a cool and shady place.
• Sprinkle cold water on the body or put on wet clothes.
• water or ORS drink.
• If severe symptoms appear, take them to hospital immediately.

Disclaimer- Some of the information in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, you should consult the concerned expert.