Health office warns of heat: tips for protection against health risks

Health office warns of heat: tips for protection against health risks

tips on coping with the heat wave in Berlin

The current heat warning of the German Weather Service for Berlin has called Health City Councilor Uwe Brockhausen (SPD) and medical officer Patrick Larscheid in the Reinickendorf district office. They warn of the health risks that go hand in hand with the expected hot temperatures and call up the population to take precautions.

heat periods can lead to various symptoms such as circulatory problems, dizziness, headache and nausea. In order to protect themselves from the negative effects of the heat, the experts recommend the following measures:

avoid the heat

• Avoid direct sunlight, especially during the noon.
• do without exhausting outdoor activities during the most heated time of day.

keep your body cool and drink enough liquid

• drink enough liquid regularly to remain sufficiently hydrated.
• Use cooling measures such as cold showers or foot baths to lower your body temperature.

ensure a pleasant room climate

• ventilate your living rooms in the cooler morning or evening hours.
• Protect your rooms from direct sunlight to keep the heat away.

Further helpful information on coping with the heat wave can be found on the website of the Reinickendorf health department. Stay cool and take care of yourself!