In the blistering heat of Sharv, the most significant danger lurks: dehydration. Our bodies lose vast amounts of fluids that make up around 70% of our body. As we become dehydrated, our bodies attempt to regulate rising body temperature by attempting to cool down. However, the sensation of thirst often arrives too late in the process, resulting in a potentially life-threatening situation.
Mild dehydration can manifest as symptoms such as thirst, a decrease in appetite, dry skin, and impaired physical ability to perform even light tasks. Moderate dehydration may lead to thirst, reduced urine volume with darker color, fatigue, dry mouth, headaches, and dizziness. Severe dehydration can cause rapid breathing and heart rate, lower blood pressure, drowsiness and fainting when transitioning from sitting to standing position. A 15% fluid deficit is almost always fatal and can alter the body’s salt balance affecting sodium and potassium levels and harm kidney function potentially causing irreversible damage.
The sun in Sharv not only brings intense heat but also harmful radiation that poses risks to both skin and eyes. Prolonged exposure to radiation can result in various issues including sunburns, corneal damage, eyelid cancer cataracts and even skin cancer. Israel has one of the highest rates of skin cancer cases due to solar radiation alone.
In light of extreme temperatures expected in Sharv Magen David Adom (MDA) advises caution for preventing dehydration and heat-related illnesses. It is imperative to stay hydrated by avoiding prolonged sun exposure especially during peak hours. Infants, young children and older family members are more vulnerable so extra precautions must be taken for their safety if someone experiences symptoms such as confusion or changes in consciousness due to heat stroke or dehydration immediate action should be taken to cool them down and seek medical help promptly.
Dermatologists warn against the dangers of solar radiation emphasizing proper sun protection measures such as applying sunscreen correctly avoiding peak sun hours regularly checking moles with a dermatologist are essential precautions for reducing risk of skin damage or cancer caused by excessive sunlight exposure.
Overall it is vital for everyone living in Sharv to remain informed about potential hazards associated with high temperatures
