I thought we would bypass Winter this year ... If you've already made plans for a mild spring and free of frost, cold weather behold you remind us that has the last word. They arrived in our temperatures below zero degrees Celsius, snow is still expected, but it will not be long until we "fight" again drifts. At least we "threaten" forecasters ... In any event, you need to protect yourself. Nothing is more important than being healthy in these cold months. Here's how!
If you follow some basic rules, you should stay away from the weather and the complications that they can cause. Your body that is weak in winter to cope with these strong frosts will stay that way "safe".
Exposure to cold temperatures can lead to serious illnesses such as hypothermia and even frostbite. These diseases are favored by other factors such as physical activity, clothing, wind, humidity, working and living conditions, and the age and health of each individual.
"Tips" for good health!
Dress appropriately before leaving the house. You do not need the air temperature to be below zero degrees Celsius for a person to have health problems, suffer from cold or experiencing hypothermia and worse, frostbite. Wind speed can create hazardous weather conditions even if the air temperature is not so low.
Dress in several layers of clothes, so you can adapt quite easily to changing weather conditions. Avoid overly thick dress, because you can have big health problems at high contrast in temperature - warm up and sweat very easily, then go out in the cold ... The result - a cold first quality!
Most body heat is lost through the extremities, especially in the face and head, so it is advisable to protect yourself by a caps or a cap, preferably one that covers your ears and. Mitten fail to retain heat better hands than normal gloves, so I highly recommend you wear them. Can be even more fun!
Gate insulated and waterproof shoes and icy to prevent hypothermia and frostbite feet - it is known that extremities are most affected by frost and most sensitive to low temperatures. Keep your feet warm, which must be permanently dry, to cope with the cold, snow and icy.
Once you have wet clothes after a healthy range with snow or, God forbid, after a fall, change yourself immediately! Nothing is worse than sitting wearing wet clothes and frozen in a cold day ... Warm up with a thick bed of hot liquids such as tea or soup. Avoid caffeine or alcohol if you are on the verge of experiencing hypothermia or frostbite or whether a person around you is in danger.
Recognize signs and symptoms of hypothermia, which can turn into a very serious medical condition: confusion, dizziness, chronic fatigue and exhaustion, excessive shaking. Seek medical help immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.
How to recognize the symptoms of frostbite: discolored gray, white or yellow skin, numbness, skin wax feels like to the touch. Also, it is essential to call a doctor immediately!
Traveling in winter do not mix very well and often, this combination may have unpleasant consequences. When you go on a trip or journey, make sure you have more time available than you would have normally. Keep in mind the tips and weather alerts and locations to choose carefully who you want to straighten.
You always have to have in a car first aid kit and survival. You never know when you'll be useful! In this kit you should not miss bedding, food and water supplies, chains for the car, a shovel, gloves, hats and, of course, drugs.
Diseases caused by cold weather can affect millions of people during the winter months. From the common cold to influenza, many diseases spread from one person to another the moment that an individual patient sneezes or coughs in a group or community of people. One sneeze is enough for millions of microbes to spread ... So few elementary precautions and hygiene can prevent this:
• Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing. Preferably with a handkerchief or napkin, but if you're taken "by surprise" is not enough to even cover your mouth and nose with his hand. Where you put it is the polite ...
• Wash your hands often.
• Avoid touching your eyes with your hands, nose and / or mouth.
• Do not go to work if you're sick and calls the family doctor whenever necessary.
• Practice and other healthy habits such as resting fully, managing stress and drink plenty of fluids to hydrate your body.
