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India Heatwave Alert: In many states of the country, the scorching heat is increasing the problems of the people. The temperature is continuously making new records in many cities of North India including the capital Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), the mercury has crossed 45 degrees Celsius in many areas. The temperature is expected to reach 50 degrees at some places in the coming days. In view of the increasing heat and danger of heat stroke, the Ministry of AYUSH has issued special health advisory for the people. Let us know what to do to avoid heat and sunstroke? will also know

Government alert regarding heatwave

The effect of extreme heat is now clearly visible on common life. The roads seem empty in the afternoon and the number of patients with heat- problems is also increasing in hospitals. Keeping this in mind, the AYUSH vertical of DGHS under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has advised people to be cautious. The Ministry of AYUSH has said that continuous exposure to strong sunlight and hot winds can have serious effects on the body. Especially children, elderly, pregnant women and already ill people need to take extra precautions.

Heatwave can cause these problems

According to experts, due to extreme heat, the body starts losing water rapidly. This can cause problems like dehydration, weakness, dizziness and headache. Staying in strong sunlight for a long time also increases the risk of heat stroke, which can sometimes prove fatal. Doctors say that if a person experiences high fever, fainting, vomiting or difficulty in breathing, he should immediately seek medical help. Taking the heat lightly can prove to be a serious mistake.

AYUSH Ministry gave these important suggestions

In the advisory issued by the Ministry of AYUSH, people have been advised to adopt many important precautions. The ministry has said that keep drinking adequate amount of water throughout the day. It is most important to keep the body hydrated. It has been advised to avoid exposure to direct sunlight from 12 noon to 4 pm. If it is necessary to go out, cover your head and wear light colored cotton clothes. This helps in controlling body temperature. Apart from this, people have been advised to drink coconut water, lemon water, buttermilk and electrolyte beverages. Seasonal fruits like watermelon, cucumber and cantaloupe also help in cooling the body.

Guidelines for workers and players

The Ministry of AYUSH has also issued special guidelines for laborers engaged in construction work, delivery personnel and people working in open fields. Instead of working continuously for a long time, it has been advised to take rest in between. Players participating in sports competitions have also been instructed to drink enough water and keep their body cool. Organizers have been asked to make arrangements for medical aid and cold drinks if needed.

These are the symptoms of dehydration

The Ministry of AYUSH has advised people not to ignore these health symptoms during the scorching heat.

• Dizziness
• Headache
• feeling nauseous
• mental confusion
• high body temperature
• lack of water
• seizures
• Signs like fainting can be of heatstroke.

IMD advised to be cautious

IMD says that the heat wave situation may become more serious in many parts of North India in the coming days. In such a situation, people should avoid leaving the house unnecessarily. Experts believe that by taking timely precautions, the risk of heatwave can be reduced to a great extent.

What to do to avoid heat?

• IMD has warned that it is very important to keep the body hydrated in this season.
• drink as much water as possible
• Keep your head and face covered while going out in the sun.
• Wear light and cotton clothes.
• Avoid going out between 12 noon to 4 pm.
• Eat hydrating fruits and vegetables.
• Keep the windows and doors of the house closed during the day.
• Do not eat too much oil and spices.