TD’s and Senators encouraged to sign pledge for heart and stroke patients
Political support needed for practical, social and emotional support services of CVD patients
Read MorePeople living with heart disease or those who have had a stroke need to be extra careful in the summer as very hot temperatures can put an extra strain on the heart and circulation. Therefore, with the recent high temperatures both at home and abroad it’s important to take precautions to protect your heart.
Extremely hot weather can lead to heat exhaustion and heat stroke. According to the HSE heat exhaustion is not usually serious if you can cool down within 30 minutes. If it turns into heat stroke it needs to be treated as an emergency. The main symptoms of heat stroke are:
If you believe someone is suffering from heatstroke, CALL 999 or 112. More information in relation to heat exhaustion and heat stroke is available on the HSE website.
Get the best out of the lovely weather while staying safe and healthy
In order to stay cool and safe in the summer the HSE has issued the following advice:
Keep cool
Stay hydrated
Take care of yourself but also those around you, especially people with underlying health conditions or heart conditions as they are most at risk. Check on your family and friends when possible and ensure they are cool and comfortable. Get the best out of the lovely weather while staying safe and healthy.
For more information on how to be SunSmart please visit the HSE SunSmart hub.
Further information is available at the Government of Ireland’s Be Summer Ready website.
Political support needed for practical, social and emotional support services of CVD patients
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Read MoreThanks so much for supporting our campaign to safeguard Irish Heart Foundation support services for heart patients and stroke survivors. Please download our step by step guide to how you can help us lobby your local politicians. You can choose to download the leaflet relevant to your county in the list below. If you have any queries on this campaign or contacting your local politicians please email advocacy@irishheart.ie
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