Tips for a safe Summer Vacation | Insurance

By SuchiV
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Are you travelling this summer? Over exposure to heat can be especially bad for the elderly and children. Following some basic precautions can keep you safe.

1. The time between 10 am and 2 pm can be the hottest. It is best to avoid being outdoors during those times. Schedule your day's events according to that and plan to be indoors or in shaded areas.

2. When outside, dress comfortably in light colored, light weight clothing that is loose. Hats are very useful to shield your face and neck in hot weather. It is very important to wear clothes made with natural fibers so they can breathe.

3. Even if you do not have any direct exposure to the sun, you must wear sunscreen with SPF rating of at least 30. Read the labels for directions to re apply. Almost all of them require re application every few hours for maximum protection.

4. Do not wait till you are thirsty to drink water. The heat can make you lose lots of fluids make sure you replenish very often. Alcohol and sugary drinks must be avoided, they can make you dehydrated.

5. Heat exhaustion or heat stroke can occur during extreme heat conditions. Heatstroke is a dangerous condition that can be fatal. It can come about suddenly and result in loss of consciousness. When the sweating mechanism fails it can lead to extremely high body temperature and make the skin hot, red and dry. You must cool the skin with cold water and ice and take the person to the hospital immediately.

6. A less serious and more common condition is heat exhaustion caused because of water and electrolyte loss. Weakness and excessive sweating are the common signs. The person may also have muscle cramps and a weak pulse accompanied by pale and clammy skin. Rest in the shade or in an air conditioned room is advised along with plenty of fluids.

Even if you are perfectly healthy a heat related emergency can occur anytime. Be prepared by having travel or visitor health insurance. A health insurance agent can guide you to select a health plan. Have a sizzling summer!

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