Preventing Heatstroke In Cars [Infographic]

Ibrahim Kareem https://www.event-tyres.co.uk 2m 591 #heatstroke

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Recognising & Prevention of Heatstroke

The summer holiday is still in full swing and some parents still haven’t gotten used to having their little rascals around them all the time even when completing house work or running errands. In between all the hustle and bustle it is important to remember that heatstroke is one of the leading causes of death among young children, unfortunately even adults forget and in some cases, it can lead to fatal cases. We know it can be an inconvenience for us to drag the children in and out of shops but we also know how dangerous heat stroke is and how vulnerable children are to heat stroke.

The guys over at Event Tyres have come up with this educational infographic highlighting the dangers of heatstroke, tips to avoid heatstroke and what to do if you see a child alone in a car on a sweltering day. Whether you are a parent, caregiver or even a bystander of a child in a car it is important to understand children are more vulnerable to heatstroke than adult. Follow these important rules and tips to protect children from heatstroke.

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PREVENTING HEATSTROKE IN CARS

GUIDE FOR PARENTS, GUARDIANS AND CARERS

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PREVENTION TIPS

Heatstroke is a condition caused by the failure of the thermostat in the brain which regulates the body temperature, and can affect people young and old. It occurs when you have been exposed to extreme heat, and without enough fluids.

Heatstroke is one of the leading causes of death among children. It’s worth remembering that children overheat 5 times quicker than adults. On average, 37 children die from heat-related incidents each year.

• Follow these tips to protect your kids from heatstroke this summer.
• If you’re looking after kids, be sure to always double check the vehicle.
• Be aware of the heat inside your car, as teh temperature can rsie up to 20 degrees in just ten minutes.
• Put your bag or phone near your child’s car seat to get into the habit of looking in the back of your car.
• If someone else is driving your child, make sure you call them frequently to check up on them.

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WHAT TO DO IF YOU SEE A CHLD ALONE IN THE CAR

Most of us do nothing when we see soemthing that shouldn’t be happening; it’s referred to as “the bystander effect”. However, when it comes to chldren, there’s no excuse for walking past. The protection of a child should be everyone’s business, so do speak up.

Here are some steps you can take if you spot a child alone in a car.

• Wait up to 5 minutes for the driver to return. Check if the child is responsive.
• If responsive, stay with the child until the driver comes back. Send someone to loko for the drive, if possible.
• If the chld is unresponsive, call 999 (911 US) immediately. Seek police advice for what to do next.

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FAMILIARISE THE CONSEQUENCES

Even those who are extra careful can knowingly or unknowingly leave a sleeping baby in a car, even jsut for a short trip. most of the time, the end result can be extremely serious, perhaps even deadly.

Your child could face brain damage and even death, and you could be imprisoned. Watch out for these signs to protect your kids from heatstroke this summer.

• Not sweating
• Nausea
• Confusion
• Hot, red, moist or dry skin
• Unconsciousness
• Shallow breathing
• Rapid breathing

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