Hydration and avoiding heat are important ways to prevent heat stroke. Heat stroke can occur even when indoors. The heat is becoming more intense, so be sure to take precautions against heat stroke.
What is heat stroke?
Heat stroke is caused by an imbalance of water and salt in the body in an environment of high temperature and humidity. Avoid heat indoors as well as outdoors.
Symptoms
- Dizziness, Muscle pain, Cramps
- Sweating profusely, High body temperature
- Headache, Mood discomfort, Nausea
- Disturbance of consciousness, Convulsions, Loss of limb movement
People like this need to be careful
Elderly people, infants, people with chronic diseases, people in poor health, obese people, people who do a lot of outdoor activities such as farm work, etc.
Key points of prevention
- Drink water and salt frequently, even if you are not thirsty
- Wear cool clothing, including hats and parasols.
- Take frequent breaks and use shade.
- Take it easy and allow your body to acclimate gradually.
- Use a fan or air conditioner to adjust the temperature.
- Do not overexert yourself if you are not feeling well.
First Aid for Heat Stroke
If conscious and responsive
- If outdoors, move to a cooler location
- Remove clothing and cool the body
- Drink water and salt.
- If symptoms do not improve, seek medical attention as soon as possible.
If unconscious or unresponsive
- Call for emergency medical assistance
- If outdoors, move to a cooler location
- Remove clothing and cool the body
- Go to a medical institution
Contact
Health Promotion Division, Health ＆ Welfare Department
Telephone number: 0276-62-2121
Counter location: Health and Welfare Center, Counter No.1