With summer months upon us, it’s essential for everyone to keep cool & stay hydrated. Hot weather is the cause of many illnesses and bodily problems for many people, especially the elderly.

1. SYMPTOMS OF HEAT-
RELATED ILLNESSES

2. Hot Weather
Hot weather is the cause of
many illnesses and bodily
problems for many people,
especially the elderly

3. Heat-Related Illnesses
Heat-related illnesses can left
huge damage to the brain and
other vital organs, and can
sometimes lead to death

4.  Headache
 Nausea
 Giddiness
 Sudden fatigue
 Weakness
Symptoms of Heat-Related Illnesses

5.  Profuse sweating
 Lack of coordination
 Muscle cramping (especially in
the arms, legs, and abdomen)
Symptoms of Heat-Related Illnesses

6.  Pale, cold, or clammy skin
 Rapid heart beat
 Weakened pulse
Symptoms of Heat-Related Illnesses

7. Heat Stroke
Heat stroke is the number one health
concern in the summer
 Claims the lives of numerous Australian
seniors annually

8. Heat Stroke
It’s considered a medical
emergency that must be
treated urgently to limit
damages to the brain & other
organs

9. Symptoms of A Heat Stroke
 Fainting (first sign)
 Staggering
 Appear confused
 A strong rapid pulse

10.  Core body temperature above
40 degrees Celsius (hallmark
symptom)
 Behave strangely or combative
Symptoms of A Heat Stroke

11.  Red, hot, and dry skin
(with little or no sweat)
 Becomes delirious or fails
into a coma
Symptoms of A Heat Stroke

12. If you suspect your seniors or
someone near you has a heat
stroke, call 000 immediately
and give them first aid until
paramedics arrive
Emergency

13. For more tips on keeping
seniors safe & healthy
throughout summer
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