Heatstroke

Heatstroke

This occurs when the body fails to regulate its own temperature, and body temperature continues to rise.

Symptoms:

• Headache
• Tiredness
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Increased body temperature
• Confusion
• Fainting
• It might follow activity in severe heat.

Seriousness:

• This could be life-threatening.
• Get your child to a hospital.

Treatment:

• Cool your child down as quickly as possible.
• Get them into shade.
• Spray them with water, or wrap them in a wet sheet and put a fan on them.
• To avoid it, always let your child wear a hat outdoors, make sure they drink lots of water , and avoid going out in the sun between 11am and 3pm.