STAYING SAFE IN DELHI’S HEAT

With temperatures in the city soaring above 40 degrees in April, incidents of illnesses such as heatstroke, heat cramps and exhaustion are being reported across all age groups. To handle the side effects of this high temperature and heatwave, here are a few useful tips to be kept in mind.

PROTECTING SCHOOL-GOING KIDS

Children should not be made to stand for long during school assembly and physical education periods

They should not be sent for playing in the sun on an empty stomach

Sunscreen lotion should be applied, and as far as possible, they must use an umbrella while stepping out

One must avoid eating outside snacks from canteen or open kiosks to avoid food poisoning

Only bottled water should be consumed outside home

Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water a day

A lemon and honey drink can also instantly replenish body’s lost fluids and work as an energiser

Ensure adequate intake of salt

Avoid caffeine, alcohol or excessive tea as they tend to dehydrate

Avoid vigorous physical activities

CARING FOR INFANTS

Infants who are less than six months need to be frequently breast-fed to keep them hydrated

When bathing your baby, take special care to wash her neck, underarms and other visible folds in body

Increase the number of sponge baths to keep the infant clean and cool

If you use massage oil, make sure to wash it off well during bath.

Ventilate your home by keeping windows open, unless the hot dry wind is blowing