Hamad Medical Warns Against Sun Exposure to Prevent Heat Exhaustion
Hamad Medical Corporation has warned against direct exposure to the sun during peak summer hours to avoid heat exhaustion and heatstroke, especially among the elderly, children, patients, and outdoor activity practitioners. It emphasized that symptoms of heatstroke include a severe increase in body temperature, rapid heartbeat, and mental confusion, which may require urgent medical intervention. Meanwhile, heat exhaustion is less dangerous and can usually be treated with rest and fluids. The corporation also recommended continuous monitoring of children and avoiding going outside from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to reduce the risk of heat-related illnesses.
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