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Instructions for helping yourself

Heat with confusion or fainting / heatstroke

Before continuing

In an emergency, contact the official service (141) in your area.

What to do

  1. If heat makes you confused, uncoordinated or about to faint: get emergency help now. Tell someone where you are.
  2. Stop exertion. Sit or lie in a cool place. Ask someone to stay and help cool your skin.
  3. Do not drive. Even if cooling helps you feel better, await emergency assessment and follow telephone instructions.
  4. Child, baby or frail person: start skin cooling and request emergency advice. Do not immerse if unable to support safely and monitor breathing. Never leave alone in water.

What to avoid

  1. With suspected heatstroke, do not give food or drink. If confused or unable to swallow safely, nothing by mouth.
  2. Do not wait 30 minutes when heatstroke signs are already present. Do not leave the person alone.
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