As temperatures across Morocco continue to hit record highs, the likelihood of heatstroke incidents has increased, becoming a “common occurrence” due to the soaring temperatures year after year, according to health officials.
Health professionals speaking to Hespress pointed out the “living example” of the dangers posed by heatstroke, citing the numerous deaths among pilgrims in Mecca this year.
They emphasized the need to adopt a range of precautions to protect against this risk, which threatens children, the elderly, and those with chronic illnesses more than others.
Health policies researcher Tayeb Hamdi told Hespress that heatstroke occurs when the human body loses its ability to regulate its temperature.
“The body normally operates at 37 degrees Celsius, working to raise its temperature in cold weather or lower it when temperatures rise,” Hamdi noted, adding that the succession of heatwaves can overwhelm the bodies of certain groups such as the elderly, children and people suffering from chronic illnesses.
People suffering from heatstrokes should be moved from the high-temperature area to a cooler, shaded place, and have their clothes replaced with wet garments, Hamdi advised, adding that they should be given adequate amounts of water if they have not yet lost consciousness. They should then be quickly taken to the emergency room.
General practitioner Mohamed Arioua also emphasized that vulnerable people must take extra precautions, such as reducing physical activity, staying indoors, avoiding going out during peak heat times, and drinking large amounts of water to prevent dehydration.
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