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Overwhelming heat is defined as a temperature of 30 degrees or more and a humidex index that reaches or exceeds 40. When it’s extremely hot, your health can deteriorate rapidly.
In addition to the symptoms associated with heat stress (cramps, fainting, etc.), intense heat can cause dehydration, hyperthermia, and heat stroke.
Also, heat can aggravate the condition of someone suffering from a health problem, especially if the problem is related to the cardiovascular, respiratory or renal systems.
Older people are particularly at risk of experiencing complications.
There are a few precautions you can take to lower the risks, especially if your home has no air conditioning:
9. Watch for symptoms of heat-related ailments such as:
Do not hesitate to call Info-Santé at 811 or to consult a health professional.
If you (or your loved one) have one or more of the following symptoms:
Important!Heatstroke is a medical emergency! |