Pediatricians This is how children can survive summer heat without prejudice

Observe the rules of conduct at high outside temperatures

The high outside temperatures generally pose certain health risks, with older people and children at particular risk. For children, especially the parents are responsible for ensuring compliance with certain rules of conduct, as soon as the temperatures rise above 25 ° Celsius, according to the reference of the Professional Association of Paediatricians (BVKJ). In a recent communication, the association summarized the most important of these rules of conduct.

Children are particularly affected by the heat, emphasize the experts of the BVKJ. In the worst case this could cause serious physical complaints. "In the past few days, we have treated many children in our practices who suffered from heat onset of weaknesses," emphasizes Dr. med. Josef Kahl, spokesman of the BVKJ, in a message on the portal www.kinderaerzte-im-netz.de.

For children, the high outside temperatures are quite a risk. Here, certain rules of conduct should be adhered to in order to avoid possible damage to health. Playing in the sun, for example, is better to avoid - even on the beach. (Image: candy1812 / fotolia.com)

Which rules have to be observed??

By observing certain rules of conduct at high outside temperatures, the health risk for the children can be significantly reduced according to the BVKJ spokesman. As a precaution, parents should pay attention to these rules of conduct for their children when temperatures rise above 25 ° C. Bald on. For example, it takes strenuous physical activity outdoors only in the morning before 11 o'clock and in the afternoon starting from 16.30 o'clock. Also, infants and toddlers under three years should never be in the direct sun and should only be in the shade, the expert emphasizes. Even there, the headgear remains mandatory, as well as in the paddling pool.

Drink a lot, consistent sunscreen, light food

Further rules of conduct to be observed are, according to the BVKJ:

• Doubling or tripling the amount of drink at temperatures above 30 ° C, with drinks such as water, unsweetened fruit tea or apple spritzer being suitable.
• Only light low-fat foods such as salads, low-fat yoghurts or quark food and do not eat heavy meals (many children have no appetite anyway in the heat and should not be forced to eat).
• Consistent sun protection through appropriate UV protective clothing and sunscreen with an SPF of over 20, even in overcast skies. Cream nose, ears, feet and shoulders particularly thoroughly.
• Never leave babies in the car!
• In case of sunburn, immediately remove the child from the sun and if necessary relieve the symptoms with cool compresses, lukewarm showers and anti-inflammatory gels. In case of severe sunburn with strong skin tension, blistering or fever consult a doctor.

In addition, it is necessary to abstain from the occurrence of thunderstorms on an outdoor stay and not to be in the water, so the reference of the BVKJ. Finally, the good news for all children: According to the experts, ice in moderation is expressly permitted, with water ice or frozen natural juices being better than high-sugar milk ice creams. (Fp)