Heat Illnesses
Due to increasing heat this summer season, we must be alert on Heat Illnesses our children may acquire . Our children’s immune system is weaker compared to an adult immune system, thus they are prone to easily acquire diseases. There are three (3) Heat Illnesses that we must be aware of and the following are: 1. Muscle Cramps Children are susceptible to heat cramps, particularly when they don’t drink enough fluids. All that vigorous running and playing cause their bodies to lose salts and body fluids, which causes momentary cramping in their legs, arms and abdominal muscles. Generally heat cramps don’t require special treatment. Bring your child indoors or into the shade. Loosen or remove your child’s clothing. Gently massage the cramped muscle. Encourage your child to eat and drink. 2. Heat Exhaustion A more severe form of heat illness. Heat exhaustion occurs when your child’s body loses too much fluids. Symptoms may include