Avoid excessive sun exposure and use protective clothing and sunscreen. The Heat Is On As the dog days of summer approach, we need to be concerned with the danger of heat stress. Caused by failure to replace the body's salts. Avoid salt tablets, since a normal diet provides plenty of salt. Extreme weakness or fatigue, nausea, headache.
Skin is clammy and moist.
Rest in a cool place and replace fluids. May require electrolyte replacement like a sports beverage. Move to a cool, shade area, soak clothing with cool water, fan to help cool. Seek immediate medical attention. Wear lightweight and loose clothing that will protect you from the sun.