Heat wave: Avoid drinking cold water or ice

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Heat wave: Avoid drinking cold water or ice

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28, 2024: Malaysians, prepare for the next heat wave between 40 to 50°C.

Ands avoid drinking cold water or ice when temperature hits 40°C, because small blood vessels may burst.

Whether the following doctor’s advice, found shared on Facebook, is true or not, there is no harm taking safety health precautions.

No News Is Bad news reproduces below as a public service to our readers:

 

*DOCTOR'S ADVICE*

Prepare for the next heat wave *between 40 to 50°C*. Always drink room temperature water slowly. Avoid drinking cold water or ice!

Currently, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and other countries are experiencing a "heat wave."

Here are the dos and don'ts:

1. Doctors advise to *not drink very cold water when the temperature reaches 40°C, because our small blood vessels may burst.*

2. When the heat outside reaches 38°C and when you get home, don't drink cold water - just drink warm water slowly.

Do not wash your hands or feet immediately, if exposed to hot sun. Wait at least half an hour before washing or showering.

*Please pay attention:*

During the hot months or if you are very tired, avoid drinking very cold water immediately, as it can cause veins or blood vessels to narrow, which can lead to a stroke.

*Please spread the word to others!*