It is to mention the word vacation and our mind is flooded with idyllic images: beach, walks, nights out, hours of rest with the family ....
Spending so many hours outdoors and outside of our usual environment involves dangers, and it is advisable to take certain measures to prevent accidents and know how to act in each case.
THIS IS HOW YOU SHOULD TAKE CARE OF YOUR HEALTH AND THAT OF YOURS WHILE YOU ARE ON VACATION
THE SKIN, ALWAYS PROTECTED
The sun has many virtues: it provides vitamins and strengthens bones, makes us feel better, more vital, and in a good mood. But don't forget to take it with caution! The skin has memory and we have to take care of it throughout our lives using the most suitable protector for our skin type. It is worth paying special attention to the little ones. Apply the protector for half an hour before going out and repeat every two hours.BEWARE OF DEHYDRATION
It sounds like a cliché but there is no summer without the inadequate consumption of water does not give some scare, especially in the elderly population and in children. Avoid this by always carrying a bottle of water with you. Get reusable stainless steel that better keeps cold water and also, with this gesture, you take care of the environment by avoiding single-use plastic.NOT WITHOUT SUNGLASSES
Beyond a fashion or an accessory, sunglasses protect us from rays and their radiation. If it's time to renew a model, don't settle for just anyone. Go to a trusted pharmacy or optician and choose certified glasses, suitable for protecting your sight from ultraviolet radiation. Do you have any doubts about how to differentiate them? Choose only models that include the manufacturing CE labeling and the type of filter they offer (it is a number from 0 to 4 that indicates its level of opacity).HAND HYGIENE
How many times have we been away from home for several hours and we don't have access to running water or a bathroom? We leave our comfort zone and this scene is common, but not recommended! Many of the bacteria and viruses are spread through the hands. To avoid this, always carry an antiseptic such as Sterilium with you. Clean, germ-free hands at all times!INSECT AND JELLYFISH STINGS
It is difficult to prevent these unpleasant moments, especially if we spend many hours outdoors. If this occurs and when in doubt, wash the area with soap and water to make it clean and go to the nearest pharmacy or health center, if the situation requires it. And if you want to know how to act when faced with a jellyfish sting, don't forget to read this post.TRAVEL KIT
Whichever means of transport you choose to get around, always carry a first aid kit with you. If you don't have much space, the recommendation is that you include, at least, a thermometer, hand sanitizer, saline solution, scissors, bandages, chlorhexidine, and your favorite assortment ofIN BATHING AREAS, BE ALERT
Most bathroom accidents occur in unguarded spaces and, surprisingly, they are often suffered by adults. If you do not know the area, do not relax, and before entering the water tell a family member to be aware. If you go with children, watch their movements all the time. In less than five minutes a stumble can have a fatal outcome. And, above all, try to separate yourself in those moments from your smartphone, one of the biggest distractions of modern times.Have you taken note? Now to enjoy the rest of summer.
