The dynamics to hydration can't be ignored by anyone. There is also a salt component even some runners don't pay attention to. The reason runners might not be making the cognitive connection to salt/sodium/Na is because that is part of the sports drink hydration. Those drinks can be expensive, so salt tablets will to the same thing.
This website is part of OSHA’s nationwide campaign to raise awareness among workers and employers about the hazards of working outdoors in hot weather. The educational resources page gives workers and employers information about heat illnesses and how to prevent them. There are also training tools for employers to use and posters to display at their worksites. Many of the new resources target vulnerable workers with limited English proficiency. OSHA will continue to add information and tools to this page throughout the summer.
Link: http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/heatillness/index.html
Hydration and salt content of the body are important because it comprises sweat. It is sweat that keeps the body cool. The idea there has to be an elaborate air conditioning infrastructure at this point is inaccurate. Fans can serve to cool people as well as an air conditioner so long as their body content for sweat is intact.
Air moving past a wet body due to sweat or a dip in the pool will facilitate DISSIPATION of body heat. The skin will even come to feel cool, but, don't cover it with a way to maintain warmth. The idea is to allow the skin to becomes cool while the blood circulates through those capillaries to maintain internal body temperature. Now, don't seek HYPOTHERMIA whereby the internal body temperature drops that is just as deadly, but, in hot air circumstances, having COOL, NOT COLD skin will maintain the internal body temperature at a reasonable level to prevent heat stroke or otherwise.
When Heat Stroke occurs or any heat stress for that matter occurs it means the body systems are already stressed and probably will not recover by simple means, HOWEVER, offering water, pouring water on the skin, applying ice to wrists, forehead and ankles are all legitimate methods of helping. The idea is to cool down the body temperature, but, at this point there also has to be hydration to return body functions. But, if hydration is not available cooling the body is reasonable with transportation as soon as possible an emergency room or free standing Emergy Center or if any of those are not reasonable, any medical facility where trained professionals will help.
The best venue to children and elderly is in a group situation where they can be observed and intervention is reasonably within reach. Neighborhoods should realize where their elderly and children are to be sure they are not dehydrating.
CHILDREN react to environmental heat FIVE TIMES FASTER than adults.
I was going to explain it, but, it is better if John Hopkins does that. It will add brevity to the legitimacy to the concern I have for children. They are usually thought as bundles of energy. That image can be dangerous if unwitting parents don't understand heat stress happens fast in children.
Activities of swimming, arts and crafts, board games and quiet time are excellent ideas during the hot times of day. All the running and playing games can be conducted during cooler times.
I make a caution to parents obsessing about hydration. Parents love their children and will seek to intervene when it may not be necessary. Obsessing about hydration can be dangerous, too. Over hydration is not good. A parent needs to observe their children and be sure they are drinking. Enforcing a regime of drinking can lead to over hydration, so this is not a regiment, it is an act of love toward your children.
And last but not least, for those that simply can't take rests as they should or insist on activity no matter what the temperature there is GEAR.
This was on Overstock. But, a sox with ice will serve the same purpose of such gear cannot be found or purchased.
This website is part of OSHA’s nationwide campaign to raise awareness among workers and employers about the hazards of working outdoors in hot weather. The educational resources page gives workers and employers information about heat illnesses and how to prevent them. There are also training tools for employers to use and posters to display at their worksites. Many of the new resources target vulnerable workers with limited English proficiency. OSHA will continue to add information and tools to this page throughout the summer.
Link: http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/heatillness/index.html
Hydration and salt content of the body are important because it comprises sweat. It is sweat that keeps the body cool. The idea there has to be an elaborate air conditioning infrastructure at this point is inaccurate. Fans can serve to cool people as well as an air conditioner so long as their body content for sweat is intact.
Air moving past a wet body due to sweat or a dip in the pool will facilitate DISSIPATION of body heat. The skin will even come to feel cool, but, don't cover it with a way to maintain warmth. The idea is to allow the skin to becomes cool while the blood circulates through those capillaries to maintain internal body temperature. Now, don't seek HYPOTHERMIA whereby the internal body temperature drops that is just as deadly, but, in hot air circumstances, having COOL, NOT COLD skin will maintain the internal body temperature at a reasonable level to prevent heat stroke or otherwise.
When Heat Stroke occurs or any heat stress for that matter occurs it means the body systems are already stressed and probably will not recover by simple means, HOWEVER, offering water, pouring water on the skin, applying ice to wrists, forehead and ankles are all legitimate methods of helping. The idea is to cool down the body temperature, but, at this point there also has to be hydration to return body functions. But, if hydration is not available cooling the body is reasonable with transportation as soon as possible an emergency room or free standing Emergy Center or if any of those are not reasonable, any medical facility where trained professionals will help.
The best venue to children and elderly is in a group situation where they can be observed and intervention is reasonably within reach. Neighborhoods should realize where their elderly and children are to be sure they are not dehydrating.
CHILDREN react to environmental heat FIVE TIMES FASTER than adults.
I was going to explain it, but, it is better if John Hopkins does that. It will add brevity to the legitimacy to the concern I have for children. They are usually thought as bundles of energy. That image can be dangerous if unwitting parents don't understand heat stress happens fast in children.
What are heat-related illnesses? (click here)
Exposure to abnormal or prolonged amounts of heat and humidity without relief or adequate fluid intake can cause various types of heat-related illness. Children and adolescents adjust more slowly than adults do to changes in environmental heat. They also produce more heat with activity than adults, and sweat less. Sweating is one of the body's normal cooling mechanisms. Children and adolescents often do not think to rest when having fun and may not drink enough fluids when playing, exercising, or participating in sports.
Children and adolescents with chronic health problems, or those who take certain medicines, may be more susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Children and adolescents who are overweight or wear heavy clothing during exertion, such as marching band or football uniforms, are also more susceptible.
There are three types of heat-related illnesses:
- Heat cramps
- Heat exhaustion
- Heat stroke
Activities of swimming, arts and crafts, board games and quiet time are excellent ideas during the hot times of day. All the running and playing games can be conducted during cooler times.
I make a caution to parents obsessing about hydration. Parents love their children and will seek to intervene when it may not be necessary. Obsessing about hydration can be dangerous, too. Over hydration is not good. A parent needs to observe their children and be sure they are drinking. Enforcing a regime of drinking can lead to over hydration, so this is not a regiment, it is an act of love toward your children.
And last but not least, for those that simply can't take rests as they should or insist on activity no matter what the temperature there is GEAR.
This was on Overstock. But, a sox with ice will serve the same purpose of such gear cannot be found or purchased.
I.C.E. Down Cold Therapy Neck Wrap (click here)
Remember if one is using GEAR to get by with the heat be sure it is working. Be sure the cold wraps or ice is nearby and ready. If the GEAR isn't working or isn't a realistic to the activity then DON'T DO IT.
Don't go on a long run if the ice packs will melt before returning home or to a hydration source and shade. Be reasonable to the demands one places on their body when there is a heat event. A human being has limits and those limits must be respected.
Have a better day.
Be safe.
