We all know that its lovely to see the sun shine. With it, brings many health benefits – if it is enjoyed safely, and in moderation, that is.
Recently, I reported here on the warnings issued prior to the heatwave we’ve had here in the UK.
Experts feel it is again important to warn the public as to how they should behave in excessively hot conditions.
“Researchers at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine say plans will have to be constantly updated to cope.
This year the UK had its hottest month since records began in 1960, with one July days hitting a record 36.5C.
The British Medical Journal paper said vulnerable people should be targeted.
When temperatures remain abnormally high over more than a couple of days, the excessive heat can prove fatal.”
BBC Website, 11 August 2006
To read the full article, which contains interactive advice, click here.
Please enjoy the sun safely!
Meg
Sleepydust Newspaper Coordinator
