Survive the heat!

Abnormal heat poses health risks, experts say. Particular caution should be exercised by people with pathology of the cardiovascular system (CVS). At risk are people over 55 years of age, small children under 3 years of age, people with chronic diseases - diabetes, bronchitis, gastritis, coronary heart disease.

Word to the cardiologist
Igor Stupakov
Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor, Deputy Director of the Scientific Center for Agricultural Surgery named after. A.N. Bakulev of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences for scientific and organizational work

– The connection between heat and cardiovascular diseases (CVD) is the most direct. During the heat period, heart attacks and strokes most often occur, and exacerbation of coronary heart disease (CHD) and hypertension occurs. This is due to the fact that the body loses a lot of fluid and mineral salts - potassium, magnesium, etc. The blood thickens, and there is an additional load on the cardiovascular system. The blood thickens, increasing the risk of blood clots.

In hot weather, you must follow these recommendations:

Avoid direct sunlight. It's better to be in the shade.

If possible, limit your time outside.

Wear a hat, especially for people over 55 years of age. Walk with an umbrella, there is no need to be shy about it. The umbrella provides excellent protection from the sun's rays.

There is no need to increase physical activity, it’s already hard for the body. Heat is already a load on the cardiovascular system.

It has been proven that mental activity in the heat has an adverse effect on the nervous system. It’s not for nothing that the siesta was invented in hot countries. During times when it is especially hot - more than 33 degrees, from approximately 12.00 to 17.00, the body's performance decreases, thus the body protects itself from overload, and it needs to be helped with this.

Spend less time driving. Due to the heat, the driver’s attentiveness and composure are significantly reduced, some reactions are impaired, and, as a result, the number of accidents increases.

Drink more fluids and eat fruits, this is the main supplier of mineral salts and vitamins. Fruits can be consumed in unlimited quantities. It is better to drink boiled water, cooled to room temperature, or still mineral water. Make sure that the water is not cold, as in the heat the risk of getting a sore throat and acute respiratory infections increases due to the fact that immunity decreases.

Wear light, loose clothing made from natural fabrics. By the way, clothes made of synthetic fabrics can lead to skin diseases in such heat.

Swimming is a good way to cool down the body. Just follow the bathing rules and never drink alcohol. This year there is a record number of drownings in Russia. This is mainly due to the fact that people swim while drunk. In general, in hot weather you should not drink alcohol and limit smoking, or it is better to give up cigarettes altogether.

We wish you good health and hope that this abnormally hot weather will not harm your health.

Get examined on time!

Particular attention should be paid to preventive examination of the cardiovascular system. The fact is that most cardiovascular diseases are asymptomatic for a long time, for example, coronary heart disease (which can then lead to stroke or heart attack). At the same time, according to statistics, 1 million 300 thousand people die from cardiovascular diseases in Russia every year. This is the main cause of mortality in the population. The prevalence of CVD mainly depends on lifestyle characteristics and associated risk factors. Lifestyle changes can slow the progression of the disease both before and after the onset of clinical symptoms. Compliance with the recommendations of specialists and early detection of cardiovascular diseases will help to avoid tragic consequences.

The all-Russian public organization "League of National Health", headed by the famous cardiac surgeon, academician of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences Leo Bokeria, recommends undergoing a free preventive examination at the public reception of the National Center for Cardiovascular Surgery named after. A. N. Bakuleva RAMS. It is located in pavilion No. 5 at the All-Russian Exhibition Center in Moscow, open on weekdays from 10.30 to 17.30. Using modern equipment, qualified specialists will assess the condition of your cardiovascular system and make recommendations.

Help

On June 1, public reception rooms for five leading federal scientific and medical centers in Russia opened in Pavilion No. 5 at the All-Russian Exhibition Center:

Clinic of the Research Institute of Nutrition of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences
St. Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation and Gerontology, Northwestern Branch of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences
NTsSSKh them. A. N. Bakuleva RAMS
Federal State Institution MNTK "Eye Microsurgery" named after. acad. S. N. Fedorova
Federal State Institution Scientific and Clinical Center of Otorhinolaryngology FMBA of Russia

More information about public receptions:
http://www.znopr.ru/media/news/6176.html