The sun can be beautiful and
harmful. Sunshine helps people kick off their day at work but extreme exposure to the sun may put people’s lives in danger. What makes it
worse is, some people have zero knowledge about the causes and effects of
heatstroke, let alone ways to prevent it. Do ignorant and nonchalant attitudes help them live free of worry and
stress? There are people who do not care about the consequences of their
actions.
The fact that sunstroke cases are rare in the country makes people feel
safe when they are out in the sun.
Since the athletes, labourers and
children are at risk of getting heatstroke, it is wise if they stay safe. It is important to note
that, in this context, athletes do not refer only to professional athletes
playing sports in the sun, but also people who engage in
sports and outdoor activities, like jogging and playing football, without
protection.
I was told about a 16-year-old student who suffered from sunstroke after he played football in the evening this year. The incident increased my awareness about keeping myself and my
family safe.
As for labourers, they and their
employers should be aware of the dangers of heatstroke. Labourers should not sacrifice
their health. They should be smart in
managing their work, preferably after they reach a mutual agreement with their caring bosses, who should consider the workers’ safety.
Children are sometimes left in vehicles by parents or out playing under the hot sun. Parents should make their children’s
safety a priority. It is time for parents to practise
smart parenting.
Heatstroke is not a joke. Stay
protected today for a happy tomorrow.
Courtesy of New Sunday Times
26 July 2015
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