Elderly and the Heat

Those aged 65 or older are more susceptible to heat-related health issues.

If you’re an older adult, caretaker, or loved one, review this page for information on how you or the individual you’re caring for can stay safe when it’s hot outside.

What increases risk

Stay cool and hydrated throughout hot weather.

• Older adults don’t adjust as well as younger people to abrupt changes in temperature.
• They are more prone to have a chronic medical ailment that changes normal body responses to hotter weather.
• They are more prone to taking prescription medicines that impact the body’s capability to manage its temperature or sweat.

Stay safe when the weather is hot outside

• Stay cool and hydrated.
• Stay in air-conditioned areas wherever feasible. When your home doesn’t have A/C, get a hold of your local health department or find an air-conditioned shelter near you.
• Do not depend on a fan as your primary cooling source when it’s genuinely hot outside.
• Drink more water than normal and don’t put it off until you’re thirsting to drink. If your healthcare professional restricts the amount of fluids you drink or has you taking water pills, ask them how much you need to drink throughout hot weather.
• Try not to use the stove or oven for cooking, it is going to make you and your home warmer.
• Try wearing loose, light-weight, light-colored clothes.
• Take cool showers or baths for cooling yourself down.
• Do not participate in very vigorous activities and get a good amount of rest.
• Keep an eye on neighbors or friends and have somebody do the same for you.
• Adhere to additional tips on how to hinder heat-related issues.

Stay informed

• Keep an eye on the local news for safety and health updates.
• Find medical care without delay when you have, or somebody you know has, symptoms of heat-related illness such as headaches, muscle cramps, nausea or vomiting.
• Additionally, check air-quality levels – so you can better plan your week with your health a priority.

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