Since late last June and before the arrival of the highest temperatures of the year, is spreading recommendations from various groups, mainly elderly, Telecare users and home help
In the heat of summer, the Department of Social Services City of Cartagena, as it has done every summer, is conducting preventive work targeting the most vulnerable groups, such as mainly older people, to let them get information respecto.Según and recommendations to the councilor of Social Services and Social Mediation, Carmen Martin, is being transmitted to users of Telecare and home help information on how to protect themselves from the heat, what are the effects of excessive heat, what to do in a person with heat stroke and who should be specially protected.
Among the most common tips are those to avoid direct exposure to the sun and not go out during the hottest hours, hydrate properly although not feel thirsty, do not consume alcohol, avoid drinks with caffeine or high sugar, as well as copious meals and slow digestion.
Source: Ayuntamiento de Cartagena