Summer has arrived! I know we all have been waiting for it since we have had such crappy weather. Well with summer weather also comes complications with those who have MS. The heat is brutal to our health. It makes us so fatigued, sends us into relapses, and we just don't feel as good. Plain and simple. Summer is full of fun and activities, but now having MS, that kind of puts a damper on the fun at times. So here are some tips to beat the heat.
1. Drink LOTS of water
2. Keep your home cool with the air conditioning and/or fans going
3. Avoid direct sunlight for long periods of time
4. Keep a hand held fan with you, even one with a mister to cool off
5. When outdoors, wear a hat to shade your face
6. Know when you can't handle the heat any longer and go to a cool place
7. Run cold water of hands, face, and back of neck
8. Wear plenty of sun screen to avoid sunburn
Hey just because we have MS doesn't mean we need to be cooped up all summer. Just be smart about it, no your limits, be smart, and STAY COOL! Happy Summer!!
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