Heat protection for the elderly and people in need of care
Elderly people and those in need of care are among the groups of people who are increasingly affected by the effects of heat. In the following information video from the Federal Ministry of Health, you can find out why heat poses a particular health risk for these people.
Video: "Why are older people particularly at risk from heat?" (Federal Health Portal (Federal Ministry of Health))
As the health burden of heat is often higher for older people and people in need of care than for younger people, it is advisable to consider a few more tips in addition to the general recommendations for behaviour in hot weather. These heat protection tips, as well as a checklist for relatives of people in need of care, are summarised HERE (pdf).
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