Since the beginning of April, temperatures of 40 to 42 degrees Celsius have been recorded in many parts of the country, due to which the risk of heat stroke has increased, Mandaviya said.The health minister also said that in case of symptoms of heat stroke, one should go to the nearest community health centre, Ayushman Mandir, or consult a doctor in the district hospital.”Taking proper care of everyone’s health through the above means, we will celebrate this great festival of democracy with full enthusiasm and wide public participation,” he added.The ministry also issued detailed public health awareness guidelines on the heat wave, especially for children and workers.Keeping the Lok Sabha elections in mind and the ongoing IPL match, the guidelines cautioned people about outdoor/indoor crowded situations. The advisory said that outdoor mass gatherings and sports events increase the risk of acute heat-related illnesses (HRI) even without active heat wave alerts in the area.“Physical exertion, direct sun exposure, overcrowding, and difficult access to water, food, and shade may worsen health in vulnerable groups. Attendees should stay hydrated and cool, be aware of HRI (Heat-Related Illness) signs and symptoms, and seek medical care,” it added.As per the guidelines, anyone can suffer from heat stress and HRIs, but some people are at greater risk, and these include infants and young children, people working outdoors, pregnant women, people who have a mental illness, physically ill, especially with heart disease or high blood pressure. Travelers from colder climates to hot climates should allow one week for their bodies to acclimatize to heat.This vulnerable group was asked to avoid overexertion and to drink plenty of water.
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