Caring for
people with congenital diseases during
hot weather
Advice for
protecting yourself from the
heat
???? Drink clean water
often.
????Avoid drinking alcohol,
tea, coffee, and beverages high in
sugar.
????If you go outdoors Wear a
wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, an
umbrella, and sunscreen with SPF 15 or
higher.
???? Prepare your
medicine.
????Wear light-colored,
loose, lightweight clothing.
????
Should be in a place with air
conditioning.
???? Refrain from doing
activities that require a lot of
strength.
????Be careful of taking
certain medicines that may cause you to
lose water and minerals more
easily