27 July, Minsk /BELTA correspondent/. The weekend in Belarus promises to be hot. Daytime air temperature will reach plus 29-34 degrees Celsius, with nighttime temperatures between 17-22 degrees Celsius. In this regard, Alexander Bulgak, Deputy Director for Therapeutic Care at the Republican Scientific and Practical Centre "Cardiology", advises limiting sun exposure, especially during midday hours, according to a BELTA correspondent. As Alexander Bulgak explained, people with chronic diseases, including cardiovascular ones, need to be particularly cautious in hot weather. When leaving home, it is essential to wear a head covering, as well as loose clothing made of light, natural fabrics in light or white colours. Those who have been prescribed certain medications by their attending physician must strictly adhere to the medication schedule and pay more attention to their well-being. When going outside, it is advisable to carry a supply of water. "It is better not to drink sugary beverages. They will not quench thirst in the heat," noted Alexander Bulgak. He advised summer residents not to work in their garden plots during the daytime hours, but to wait until the heat subsides. In hot weather, even a healthy person's heart experiences additional strain. Summer heat is a serious reason to exclude alcohol consumption and give up smoking, the doctor emphasised. The first signs of heatstroke or sunstroke include headache, dizziness, nausea, weakness, sweating, and discomfort in the heart area. The affected person should be moved to a shaded or cool place, have any constricting clothing loosened, a cold compress applied to the head, and may be given a headache pill and a refreshing drink, such as cold tea or mineral water. If the condition does not improve, medical assistance should be sought. Heatstroke can occur indoors in stuffy and hot conditions, while sunstroke occurs due to direct exposure to sunlight.

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