Sun Strok
By rnsahoo
@rnsahoo (53)
India
May 30, 2007 4:52am CST
Have you any idea about sun stroke? I have to travel 5 kms in the hot summer. I use umbrella. what extra precaution i should take to save me from sun stroke.
3 responses
@sajuman (1854)
• India
29 Aug 07
Everyone should avoid the midday sun, usually from noon until 2pm.
Adults should wear a broad brimmed hat, long sleeved shirts and sunglasses. Children should wear long sleeved shirts, hats and high-factor waterproof sunscreen. Babies under 9 months should be kept out of direct sunlight.Never lie in the sun to dry off after swimming, the skin will burn in a matter of minutes.
Wear cotton fabrics next to the skin, they are cooler. Avoid loose weave fabrics that allow penetration of the sun's rays.
@Darkwing (21583)
•
30 May 07
Anything that shades your head and neck is good for preventing sunstroke. A wide brimmed hat, for instance, or a parasol, a silk cravat around your neck, turn your shirt collar up even.
Brightest Blessings.