Summer is here and the sun is shining.
A High Temperature Warning has been issued by Met Éireann for the coming days:
- Friday 11 July – Warning in place for:
Carlow, Dublin, Kildare, Kilkenny, Laois, Longford, Louth, Meath, Offaly, Westmeath, Cavan, Monaghan, Roscommon, Tipperary - Saturday 12 July – Warning applies nationwide
St Michael's House want to ensure the safety of our service users, families, carers and staff during the hot weather and encourage you to incorporate Sun Safety into your daily summer routine.
The team have put together some Sun Smart Top Tips in easy to read format available here or by clicking on the image below.
Lynn has also put her Sun Safety Top Tips together in this information video
Know the Signs: Heat-Related Illnesses
Please familiarise yourself with the symptoms and care advice:
- Read about symptoms and treatments for heat exhaustion and heatstroke
- Read about symptoms and treatments for heat exhaustion and heatstroke in children
- Read about symptoms and treatments for Dehydration
For more information on how to keep safe in the hot weather click on the links below.
HSE | Staying Safe in Hot Weather
Irish Cancer Society | SunSmart Code