(Baonghean.vn) - Prolonged hot weather makes children susceptible to heatstroke and heat exhaustion... The cause of these health problems is the temperature difference between indoors and outdoors. Below are 8 things parents need to do to maintain their children's health during these hot days.
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| Avoid exposing children to heat shock by moving from a cool, air-conditioned room to a hot, sunny area. If the air conditioner is on, gradually acclimate the child to the lower temperature or turn it off before going outside into the sun. Keep the child indoors for a few minutes after turning off the air conditioner to prevent heat shock, especially for children with weak health, poor physical condition, or low blood pressure. |
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| Never leave children alone in a car during hot weather, as they may wander outside to play or suffer from heatstroke due to the high temperatures inside the car. |
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| When going out in the sun, children should wear wide-brimmed hats and loose-fitting, breathable clothing made of cotton that easily absorbs sweat. Young children should not be wrapped in overly thick blankets or covered with too many towels or diapers. |
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| Actively encourage your child to drink water regularly, instead of waiting until they are thirsty. |
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| Do not allow children to engage in high-intensity, long-duration physical activity in hot weather right from the start without a gradual adaptation process. |
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| If it's necessary to travel in hot weather, use sun protection carefully. If traveling long distances, choose rest stops in cool, airy places, remove some clothing, use a fan, wash your face, give the child water, and rest before continuing your journey. |
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| Even the most active children should not be taken outside during the hottest part of the day, from 11 am to 3 pm. If possible, let them play in the shade, away from areas with strong reflective surfaces such as sand, glass, and mirrors. |
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| Feed children plenty of green vegetables and fruits such as winter melon, bitter melon, cucumber, pumpkin, tomatoes, lettuce, etc., to help replenish fluids in the body and effectively prevent heatstroke. |
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