Keeping well in hot weather

ADVICE is being shared as Scotland set to experience some hot weather this week.

Public Health Scotland say high temperatures can cause people to become unwell, with some more at risk. These include people over age 65, babies and young children and those with underlying health conditions.

Officials say it’s important to be aware of what to do to keep yourself and others well in higher temperatures and while enjoying the sunshine. Their advice is:

Keep cool indoors - close blinds or curtains in sunny rooms, move to cooler parts of the house if you can, especially for sleeping

Stay in the shade when the sun is strongest (11am-3pm)

Stay hydrated, take extra water when you go outside

Protect your skin with SPF 30 or higher and wear loose clothing

Plan exercise and outdoor activities for cooler times of the day

Look out for signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke

Remember to check on others, particularly those most at risk and never leave anyone in a closed, parked vehicle as these can get hot very quickly.

For more hot weather advice, including what to do if you suspect heat exhaustion or heat stroke, visit NHS inform www.nhsinform.scot/hot-weather

Keeping well in hot weather

ADVICE is being shared as Scotland set to experience some hot weather this week.

Public Health Scotland say high temperatures can cause people to become unwell, with some more at risk. These include people over age 65, babies and young children and those with underlying health conditions.

Officials say it’s important to be aware of what to do to keep yourself and others well in higher temperatures and while enjoying the sunshine. Their advice is:

Keep cool indoors - close blinds or curtains in sunny rooms, move to cooler parts of the house if you can, especially for sleeping

Stay in the shade when the sun is strongest (11am-3pm)

Stay hydrated, take extra water when you go outside

Protect your skin with SPF 30 or higher and wear loose clothing

Plan exercise and outdoor activities for cooler times of the day

Look out for signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke

Remember to check on others, particularly those most at risk and never leave anyone in a closed, parked vehicle as these can get hot very quickly.

For more hot weather advice, including what to do if you suspect heat exhaustion or heat stroke, visit NHS inform www.nhsinform.scot/hot-weather