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In recent years, cases of heart attack and cardiac arrest are increasing rapidly among people of all ages. In such circumstances, more vigilance is needed to maintain heart health. Summer is a great time to relax, play outdoor sports, exercise, and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
However, when it's hot and humid outside, it's also a good idea to take care of your health. During this time, apart from many other diseases, a heart attack or stroke should be taken very seriously. According to experts, it is important to monitor your health at this time of the year.
According to studies, about one-fourth of heat deaths are due to the interaction between extreme heat and cardiovascular diseases. According to research in the journal Circulation, deaths from heart disease are more common in Kuwait, a country in the Middle East that has the hottest daytime temperatures in the summer.
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According to the study, most of the cardiac deaths occurring between temperatures of 95°F and 109°F are linked to higher temperatures.
Here are some tips before you step out in the scorching heat
Follow the weather forecast. When heat warnings are issued, take them seriously. If you have a cardiac condition that needs attention, you are advised to stay home. The best times to go out are often in the evening and early morning.
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Avoid Dehydration: Make sure to stay hydrated by consuming at least 8 to 10 glasses of water every day during the warmer months. Experts say that dehydration is a major contributor to heart problems and these problems can get worse in summer when your body becomes dehydrated.
Avoid alcohol consumption: Drinking too much alcohol, especially in the summer, when it's hot outside, can make you more likely to get heat stroke.
