Recomandări pentru Prevenirea Efectelor Caniculei – Ghid Detaliat al DSP Arad
Având în vedere temperaturile ridicate din perioada curentă, Direcția de Sănătate Publică Arad aduce în atenția publicului o serie de recomandări vitale pentru prevenirea și combaterea efectelor caniculei asupra stării de sănătate.
Recomandări pentru populația generală
- Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun between 11:00 am – 6:00 pm and use sunscreen for exposed areas;
- If you have air conditioning, set it so that the temperature is 5°C lower than the ambient temperature;
- Do not use fans if the air temperature exceeds 32°C;
- If you don’t have air conditioning at home or work, spend 2-3 hours daily in air-conditioned spaces;
- Take lukewarm showers throughout the day without drying off;
- Wear sun hats, loose, light-colored clothing made from natural fibers;
- Drink at least 1.5 – 2 liters of liquids daily without waiting to feel thirsty;
- Avoid alcohol consumption as it leads to dehydration and reduces the body’s ability to adapt to heat;
- Avoid beverages high in caffeine (coffee, tea, cola) or sugar as they are diuretic;
- Consume fresh fruits and vegetables with high water content;
- A dose of yogurt has the same hydration effect as a glass of water;
- Avoid outdoor activities that require high energy consumption and perform them during cooler temperature intervals;
- Avoid hot or heavy meals;
- Take care of dependents (children, elderly, disabled) and offer them fluids regularly;
- Maintain constant contact with elderly or disabled neighbors, relatives, and acquaintances, inquiring about their health status;
- Avoid swimming in unregulated water bodies as it poses risks of drowning and diseases.
Recomandări pentru limitarea creșterii temperaturii în locuințe
- Close sun-exposed windows, lower blinds or curtains;
- Keep windows closed when the outdoor temperature is higher than indoors;
- Open windows late evening, night, and early morning to create airflow for ventilation;
- Turn off or dim artificial lights;
- Turn off any unnecessary electrical appliances;
Recomandări pentru persoanele care aparțin unor grupuri vulnerabile
1. Recomandări pentru sugari și copiii mici:
- Ensure a heat- and humidity-free environment for infants and young children;
- Do not alter the child’s diet by introducing new foods during this period;
- Ensure proper hydration of children; for infants, breastfeeding on demand;
- Dress children in light, natural fabric garments;
- Avoid direct sun exposure for children under 6 months;
- Avoid outings between 10:00 am – 6:00 pm; opt for shaded areas;
- Provide plain water, very weak tea, fresh and well-washed fruits;
- Breastfeeding mothers should hydrate adequately and maintain strict hygiene;
- At the slightest sign of distress in the child or mother, consult the family doctor for appropriate therapy;
- Pay special attention to hygiene conditions for both the child and mother;
- Preschoolers should have room temperature showers;
- Visit shaded playgrounds outside peak heat hours and protect children’s head, face, and neck with wide-brimmed hats;
2. Recomandari pentru copiii aflați în tabere:
- Ensure appropriate accommodation for children;
- Provide only fresh food, adhering to strict hygiene standards;
- Ensure proper hydration of children;
- Supervise children constantly;
- Place play areas in shaded areas and organize activities outside peak heat hours;
- If swimming, ensure continuous supervision;
3. Recomandări pentru persoanele vârstnice și cu afecțiuni cronice:
- Provide a non-demanding environment for the body’s adaptation;
- Stay hydrated with plain water, weak tea, or homemade fruit juices;
- Consume predominantly fresh vegetables and fruits;
- Consume only fresh foods purchased from refrigerated stores;
- Avoid alcohol and coffee during heatwaves;
- Avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours and wear light, natural fabric clothes with a protective hat;
- Continue medical treatment as prescribed by the doctor;
- Maintain personal hygiene rigorously;
- Shower 3-4 times a day;
Recomandări pentru persoanele care depun efort fizic deosebit
- Adjust physical activity according to the time of day, avoiding excessive effort during peak heat times;
- Stay hydrated with water, weak tea, or homemade fruit juices;
- Avoid alcohol and coffee during heatwaves;
- Use appropriate clothing made of natural materials and protect your head from excessive heat.
Recomandări pentru angajatori
1. Pentru ameliorarea condițiilor de muncă
- Ensure workplace ventilation;
- Alternate between dynamic and static tasks;
- Alternate work periods with rest in shaded, airy areas;
2. Pentru menținerea stării de sănătate a angajaților:
- Provide drinking water at a rate of 2-4 liters per person per shift;
- Provide personal protective equipment;
- Ensure access to showers.
Recomandări pentru situațiile de cod roșu
- Limit non-essential travel;
- Avoid outdoor activities between 11:00 am – 5:00 pm;
- Consume 2-4 liters of liquids daily;
- Avoid alcohol consumption;
- Administer medications for chronic conditions routinely with plenty of water;
- Avoid exposing children under 3 years old outside except in the early morning before 9:00 am and evening after 8:00 pm;
- Avoid heavy meals;
- Use hospital or emergency medical services only for justified cases and notify the family doctor for routine health issues;
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