TOP TEN SUMMER HEALTH TIPS

Enjoy this summer….
Protect your health…

Drink plenty of water, keep your body cool.
Wear loose fitting, light colored clothes, prefer cotton dresses.
Wash your hands before touching or cooking any food items to prevent food and water borne infections.
Do not eat street food and under cooked food.
Keep windows closed with curtains during the sunny hours like afternoon so that the heat does not get trapped indoors.
Keep stock of ORS (oral rehydration solution).
Vaccinate your child.
Keep your skin covered and protected by applying sunscreen with at least 15 SPF (sun protector factor).
Avoid too much exposure to the sun especially from noon to around 3 pm, when the sun’s rays are directly perpendicular.
While traveling or for outdoor activities protect yourself from sun heat by wearing cap along with sunglasses.