Health Alert
It has recently been reported to the center that your child may have suffered from a heat-related Illness.
Heat Cramps Symptoms:
*Painful muscle spasms in the abdomen, arms or legs following
strenuous activity*Skin usually moist and cool
*Pulse and body temperature usually normal or slightly raised
What To Look For:
*Heavy sweating
*Paleness
*Cold/clammy skin
*Muscle cramps
*Irritability
*Tiredness or weakness
*Dizziness or headache
*A “sick stomach” feeling or vomiting
Heat-Related Illness Prevention Tips:
*Drink plenty of fluids (nonalcoholic), regardless of your activity level.
*Don’t drink fluids that contain caffeine, alcohol, or large amounts of sugar as these actually
*cause you lose more body fluid.
*Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose fitting clothing.
*Stay indoors and, if at all possible, in an air conditioned place.
*Taking a cool shower or bath, frequent sponging with cool or cold washcloths or moving to
*an air conditioned place is recommended. Electric fans may provide comfort, but when
*temperature is in the high 90’s, fans will not prevent heat-related illnesses.
*Never leave anyone in a closed, parked vehicle.
*Schedule vigorous activities and sports for cooler times of the day.
*Check regularly on people at a greater risk of hyperthermia including: infants and young
*children, people aged 65 or older, people who have a mental illness, and those who are physically ill
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