Regardless of how much your kids love summer and playing for numerous hours while basking under the warmth of the sun, it is important to keep them safe for when the heat reaches the extremes. They may be prone to serious temperature induced conditions like dehydration and heat stroke.
To prevent these conditions, parents must abide these guidelines:
- Don’t let kids stay out too long.
- Limit exposure between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. when the sun is at it’s peak.
- Have your kids drink plenty of water.
- Protect skin with a sunblock of SPF15 or higher, and reapply often.
- Dress children in light-colored cotton clothing that is loose fitting.
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