Prevent Heat-Related Illnesses With These Simple Safety Tips

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00:00According to reports from Copernicus European Commission, every single month between June 2023

00:06and May 2024 was the hottest such month on record. Forbes reports, preventing heat-related illnesses

00:14requires a communal approach. By staying connected with your friends, family, even neighbors,

00:20you could be saving yourself or someone else a trip to the hospital. Two examples of heat-related

00:25illnesses include heat stroke and heat exhaustion. To prevent falling victim to one of these,

00:31the site recommends you apply sunscreen, Factor 15 or more, at least 30 minutes before braving the

00:38heat. Then don't forget to reapply every two hours. More if you're sweating. Wearing loose-fitting,

00:44lightweight clothing can make all the difference to your day and possibly your health. Lighter

00:49colors can even help reflect rather than absorb the sun's rays. It may seem obvious but often

00:56forgotten. Drink plenty of fluids. Staying hydrated will assist your body to dissipate heat.