Heat Advisory

Summer is here and the temperature outside is warming up! The Staff at JFS would like to take this opportunity to remind you of the importance of adequate hydration and limited heat and sun exposure. Dehydration results from not having enough liquid in your body and can cause weakness, low blood pressure and fast heartbeat. Many people are hospitalized due to dehydration each year.

The following reminders will help:

• Drink adequate amounts of liquid during the day to help you to avoid becoming dehydrated. It is recommended to drink 6-8 glasses (8-ouch each) of fluid, preferably water, each day. A good indicator of adequate fluid in your body is pale yellow urine.
• It is also very important to avoid the sun between the hours of 10AM and 3PM. This is when the sun’s rays are most powerful. If you must go outdoors, please try to schedule appointments in the morning when it is cooler or early evening when the sun has gone down.
• Avoid exercise during the day as well as sitting in direct sunlight.
• When outdoors, wear light colored, loose fitting clothing and a hat.
• Indoors, it is important to use the air conditioner on days that are very warm and humid.
• There are also some medications that cause more sensitivity to the sun and heat. Please check with your physician about your medications.