{"id":56898,"date":"2025-07-15T12:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T15:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelaker.ca\/?p=56898"},"modified":"2025-07-15T12:30:00","modified_gmt":"2025-07-15T15:30:00","slug":"heat-waves-and-heart-health-tips-from-heart-stroke","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/?p=56898","title":{"rendered":"Heat waves and heart health: Tips from Heart & Stroke"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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NOVA SCOTIA<\/strong>: Extreme heat can put your health at risk \u2014 especially if you have a heart condition or risk factors like high blood pressure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In hot weather, your body works hard to regulate your core temperature through the evaporation of sweat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That means your heart must pump harder to get more blood circulating to your skin\u2019s surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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To stay safe this summer, Heart & Stroke recommends Nova Scotians:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plan ahead: <\/strong>Check the forecast and avoid outdoor activity during peak heat. Schedule activities like gardening and walks for the early evening.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stay cool:<\/strong> Use fans or AC, close your blinds and visit public cooling centres if needed. At night, open your windows if AC isn\u2019t available.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find ways to cool off: <\/strong>A damp cloth or spray bottle can help cool your skin. Choose a lukewarm shower over cold, which can constrict your blood vessels and slow heat loss.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hydrate often:<\/strong> Water is best \u2014 skip sugary drinks and juices. You can also up your water content by eating fruits and veggies like cucumber, celery, watermelon, peaches and strawberries.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Opt for grazing over a big meal:<\/strong> Smaller, frequent meals are easier to digest.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dress for the heat:<\/strong> Light-coloured, loose clothing and sun protection go a long way. Ensure you wear a hat and sunglasses (with both UVA and UVB protection) and apply sunscreen every at least every two hours, or after swimming, sweating or towel drying.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Heat stroke is a medical emergency. Call 9-1-1 if someone shows signs like: <\/p>\n\n\n\n