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To prevent heatstroke, ensure children do not leave the house on an empty stomach. If they sweat excessively, give them a salt-sugar solution or ORS. Encourage washing hands and feet with cold water at least three to four times a day
In the past few years, global warming has led to increasingly hotter summers, increasing the risk of heatstroke, dehydration, and other health issues for school-going children.
The heat has intensified in north India, especially in states like UP, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Jharkhand, with the heatwave impact worsening. In the past few years, global warming has led to increasingly hotter summers, increasing the risk of heatstroke, dehydration, and other health issues for school-going children.
Keeping the risk of heatstroke in mind, General Physician Dr Mukhtar Ali has shared essential tips that parents can follow to protect their children from the heat. Measures To Prevent Heatstroke In School-Going Children:
Things to Keep in Mind Before School
Wear Full-Sleeve Clothes: Dress children in light-coloured, cotton, full-sleeve clothing to shield their skin from the harsh sun.
Provide a Cap and Sunglasses: Ensure children wear a cap and sunglasses to protect their head and eyes from direct sunlight.
Pack Light Meals: Avoid oily and spicy foods. Instead, give easily digestible meals and hydrating fruits like cucumber, melon, and oranges.
What to Do After School?
Encourage Washing Hands and Feet: Ask children to wash their hands and feet with cold water upon returning home to help lower body temperature.
Ensure Proper Hydration: Provide plenty of water throughout the day to prevent dehydration.
Include Yoghurt in Their Diet: Serve yoghurt to help keep the body cool and aid digestion.
Preventing Heat-Related Illnesses
To prevent heatstroke, ensure children do not leave the house on an empty stomach. If they sweat excessively, give them a salt-sugar solution or ORS. Encourage washing hands and feet with cold water at least three to four times a day.
