Published on March 29, 2013 by TFP · No Comments
BANGKOK, 28 March 2013 (NNT) รข€" The Public Health Ministry is warning the public to beware of health problem risks from outdoor exercises and activities in the face of scorching hot weather.
Director-General of the Health Department Dr. Jedsada Chokdamrongsuk, on Thursday, expressed worries about rising temperature in Thailand and its impact on people who are to engage in outdoor activities over a certain period of time.
Dr. Jedsada stated that such conditions can lead to dehydration and heat stroke, particularly among pregnant women, children and obese people.
He said that the at-risk groups are to take good care of themselves, especially against heat stroke, which is caused by excessive heat that the body cannot catch up with in time and eventually drives body temperature above 40 degree Celsius.
In that case, the situation, coupled with dehydration, can worsen fast and may eventually become fatal for the person who suffers all of these conditions.
Therefore, the Health Department Director-General is urging people, who are at risk of such problems, to avoid staying or exercising outdoor and under the sun for too long, particularly on a very hot day, while drinking at least 6-8 glasses of water each day and refraining from alcoholic drinks.
In addition, Dr. Jedsada suggested the public to opt for light-color clothing made of natural fabric that allows airflow and also to wear sun protection lotion SPF15 or stronger before going out.
( Nopparat Chaichalearmmongkol Nopparat Chaichalearmmongkol)
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Source: http://www.news.thethailandlinks.com/2013/03/29/public-health-ministry-warns-of-health-risks-from-outdoor-activities/
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