It's Summer Time - Stay Out of the Heat!

• Swelling of the ankles and feet.
• Dizziness.
• Cramping of the legs, arms, or stomach.
• Nausea and extreme sweating.

• Avoid being outside at the hottest times of the day – 11am to 3pm.
• Drink plenty of water or fruit juices (be careful with the sugar in fruit juices if your CR is diabetic and avoid alcohol and caffeine).
• Use SPF 15 or higher (our family uses SPF 45).
• Use air-conditioning. If no air-conditioning is available, open windows when the temperature has dropped (evening hours).
• Cover windows that are in direct sunlight/heat.
• Don’t overdo exercise – and, exercise in the early morning or evening when it is cooler.
• Dress properly: covering up if your skin is sensitive to burning (use light colored clothing to reflect the sun).
• Ask neighbors and friends to keep a watchful eye on the elderly friends.
• Exercise in malls that are air-conditioned.
• Use common sense in all situations.