- Keep your home as cool as possible by drawing the shades, curtains and blinds during the hottest part of the day. Keep the windows closed.
- Get your air-conditioner serviced early if it is not running effectively.
- If you mainly use fans, ensure blades are dusted and cleaned as it will allow the fan to work more efficiently.
- If you have acute or chronic medical conditions,?talk with your doctor or nurse practitioner about the best ways to cool down during very hot weather.
- If your doctor normally limits your fluids or you are on fluid tablets, you may need to check how much to drink in hot weather