Public health officials Sunday were urging residents to take precautions to guard against heat-related illnesses amid Southern California's ongoing heat wave.
Among their tips, residents were urged to stay indoors , take a cool shower, reduce exposure from the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and stay hydrated.
"Extreme heat poses a substantial health risk, especially for young children, the elderly, people with chronic diseases, pregnant individuals, people with disabilities, and those who may be especially sensitive to negative health impacts from extreme heat," a press release by the LADPH indicated. In addition, the department urged residents to know the signs of heat-related illnesses, which may include heat rash, heat cramps, fainting, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke .
Warning signs do vary and may include heavy sweating, muscle cramps, weakness, headache, nausea or vomiting, paleness, tiredness, dizziness, or disorientation or confusion.. Signs of heat cramps include muscle pains and spasms triggered by heavy activity. They usually involve the stomach muscles or the legs. If a person has heat cramps:Wait for cramps to go away before you do any more physical activity.
Get medical help right away if: cramps last longer than 1 hour; someone is on a low-sodium diet; or someone has heart problems. Warning signs include heavy sweating, cramps, headache, nausea or vomiting, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, and fainting. If a person has Put cool, wet cloths on body or take a cool shower or bath.Get medical help right away if someone is throwing up; symptoms get worse; or symptoms last longer than 1 hour.Heat stroke is a medical emergency.
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