PENTICTON — Summer is still officially two weeks away, but with record-breaking temperatures, experts say it is never too early to start being ‘sun smart.’
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Tips on staying healthy in the sun:
- Stay hydrated by drinking lots of water
- Limit sun and heat exposure by wearing a hat and seeking shade
- Wear SPF 30 or higher sunscreen and lip balm and be sure to cover-up when you can
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When you get too hot and your body isn’t able to cool itself off, you can be at risk of heat-related illnesses and heat stroke.
Seniors over the age of 65 and toddlers under 4 are most vulnerable to suffering heat-related illnesses.
Symptoms of heat-related illnesses:
- Changes in behaviour (sleepiness or temper tantrums)
- Dizziness or fainting
- Nausea or vomiting, headache
- Rapid breathing and heartbeat, extreme thirst
- Decreased urination with unusually dark yellow urine
But it isn’t just humans who need to worry about cooling off in the scorching sun, our four-legged friends also need to be protected from the heat.
Tips for protecting pets from heat:
- Walk the dog in the morning or early evening
- Provide plenty of water
- Lakes can be useful to cool them down; rinse them with clean, fresh water
- Never leave pets in car
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