Keeping Cool with Father Cavan
3 July 2009
Father Cavan McElligott, the healthcare advisor for our diocese, writes with useful guidance for parishes during the summer.
During the current spell of hot and humid weather, it is important that everyone is aware of the need to protect themselves properly from the effects of the sun and also to deal effectively with the humidity.
Using good sun barrier creams when out walking or working in direct sun light is important - especially for the fair skinned and particularly in the case of babies and young children. Keeping hydrated with cool iced drinks is essential as we are all loosing much more fluid through perspiration. Keep your head covered in direct sun light and ensure that children and the elderly have head cover when they’re out
It may seem strange to say in a busy world, but walk a little less quickly. Give yourself more time when you’re going out - trying to rush and tear about in weather with the present levels of humidity can make you feel ill and give you headaches. Take your time and make sure your clothes are loose fitting and comfortable.
If you have any concerns, contact NHS Direct on 0845 4647. The staff there will give you further advice on what to do in the heat and they will help you with any concerns you may have regarding medical issues.
Keeping houses and buildings cool is essential. Most of us have been abroad and seen that in Italy and Spain, they keep the sun out of the houses and buildings during the day. By following their example, much can be achieved. Opening the house or Church windows during the night or part of the night to let hot air out and cool air in is important. Of course thinking of any security implications as well. Make the best of the early morning coolness to achieve this aim is recommended as well.
Making use of hand held or battery fans is very helpful too. Walk in the shade where ever possible. Look out for elderly relatives, neighbours and parishioners - particularly if you haven’t seen or heard from them for a while.
Summer is something we all look forward to, but let us ensure that we enjoy it well and not fall foul of things for the sake of a few preventative and common sense precautions.
Father Cavan McElligott
Father Cavan McElligott, the healthcare advisor for our diocese, writes with useful guidance for parishes during the summer.
During the current spell of hot and humid weather, it is important that everyone is aware of the need to protect themselves properly from the effects of the sun and also to deal effectively with the humidity.
Using good sun barrier creams when out walking or working in direct sun light is important - especially for the fair skinned and particularly in the case of babies and young children. Keeping hydrated with cool iced drinks is essential as we are all loosing much more fluid through perspiration. Keep your head covered in direct sun light and ensure that children and the elderly have head cover when they’re out
It may seem strange to say in a busy world, but walk a little less quickly. Give yourself more time when you’re going out - trying to rush and tear about in weather with the present levels of humidity can make you feel ill and give you headaches. Take your time and make sure your clothes are loose fitting and comfortable.
If you have any concerns, contact NHS Direct on 0845 4647. The staff there will give you further advice on what to do in the heat and they will help you with any concerns you may have regarding medical issues.
Keeping houses and buildings cool is essential. Most of us have been abroad and seen that in Italy and Spain, they keep the sun out of the houses and buildings during the day. By following their example, much can be achieved. Opening the house or Church windows during the night or part of the night to let hot air out and cool air in is important. Of course thinking of any security implications as well. Make the best of the early morning coolness to achieve this aim is recommended as well.
Making use of hand held or battery fans is very helpful too. Walk in the shade where ever possible. Look out for elderly relatives, neighbours and parishioners - particularly if you haven’t seen or heard from them for a while.
Summer is something we all look forward to, but let us ensure that we enjoy it well and not fall foul of things for the sake of a few preventative and common sense precautions.
Father Cavan McElligott
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