These days in all cities of Kazakhstan there is a record heat. Only in Almaty, where it is now 41 degrees, about 40 thousand people have contacted the ambulance service since the beginning of the month. Mainly with complaints of blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. According to research by British scientists, elderly people with chronic diseases and women experience real stress in the heat. The latter have worse heat exchange than men, and the hormonal background aggravates the situation.
The heat will last for a long time, summer is only in the middle, so recommendations from the head of the cardiology department of the National Hospital Yesenkulova Sezim will not be superfluous:
Avoid sun exposure during the hottest hours (approximately 11:00 to 17:00).
Maintain a water balance, but patients with heart failure should follow the volume of fluid recommended by their doctor.
Avoid overheating: use air conditioning, a fan, a cool shower, and wear light, light clothing.
Limit physical activity during the hot hours of the day, and move your walks to the morning or evening.
Check your blood pressure regularly, as the heat can cause both a decrease and an increase in blood pressure.
Continue taking your prescribed medications without stopping them yourself. If there is a marked decrease in blood pressure, severe weakness or dizziness, you should consult a doctor for possible correction of therapy.
Avoid dehydration, as it increases the risk of blood clots, especially in patients with coronary heart disease, atrial fibrillation, and after a stroke.
Do not drink alcohol, as it increases fluid loss and can cause rhythm disturbances.
Eat easily, giving preference to vegetables, fruits and low-fat foods.
Do not leave elderly patients or people with heart failure unattended during periods of extreme heat.
