Sesa Querétaro invitations you to deal with warmth strokes

QUERÉTARO, Qro., July 18, 2024.- With the rise in temperatures through the scorching season, the Secretariat of Well being of Querétaro urges the inhabitants to take protecting measures. From March 17 to July 13, 47 circumstances of warmth stroke have been recorded in numerous cities of the state and 4 circumstances of dehydration. As well as, two deaths from warmth stroke have been reported.

On the nationwide degree, on July 10, 1,977 circumstances of warmth stroke, 1,011 of dehydration and 48 of burns have been registered, with 189 deaths on account of warmth stroke and 19 from dehydration.

Warmth stroke and dehydration are critical dangers. Warmth stroke is characterised by a physique temperature above 39.4°C, speedy respiration, lack of sweat, headache, accelerated coronary heart fee, and altered state of consciousness. Dehydration happens once you lose extra fluid than you devour, and is particularly harmful for youngsters and older adults.

It is suggested to remain hydrated, put on gentle clothes, keep away from vigorous train throughout scorching hours, don’t stay in closed automobiles, relaxation, don’t devour alcohol or stimulants, maintain indoors cool, train sunscreen, and funky the automotive earlier than getting on. If there are extreme signs, medical consideration ought to be sought instantly.