Pakistan has been going through a heatwave for the last few days with temperature averaging between 40-45 degree celsius in most cities. A similar heatwave struck Pakistan back in 2015, which killed almost 800 people.
Here are a few tips to lessen the effects of high temperature on the body;
- Drinking plenty of fluids. The color of urine is a good indicator of the hydration status of the body. The light color the urine, the better the hydration status.
- Wearing damp clothes, which will help lower the body's temperature.
- Sticking one's hands in cold water.
- Placing fans next to windows as this will draw air from outside, which should be cooler.
- Wearing looser clothes.
- Having a lukewarm shower rather than a cold one.
- Fanning the face rather than other parts of the body.
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