06/07/2026
☀️ **Beat the Heat – Stay Safe This Summer!** ☀️
Hot weather can affect anyone, but it can be especially dangerous for older adults, young children, pregnant women, and people with long-term health conditions.
💧 **Top tips to stay safe:**
✅ Drink fluids regularly to stay hydrated.
✅ Keep your home cool by closing curtains or blinds in rooms that face the sun.
✅ Avoid direct sunlight between **11am and 3pm** where possible.
✅ If you're outdoors, wear light, loose-fitting clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
✅ Plan exercise or outdoor activities for the early morning or evening when it's cooler.
✅ Check in on older relatives, neighbours, and anyone who may be more vulnerable.
💊 **Medicines and hot weather**
Continue taking your prescribed medicines unless a healthcare professional advises otherwise. Some medicines should be stored below **25°C** or in the fridge—always follow the storage instructions on the packaging. If you have any questions about your medicines during the hot weather, speak to our pharmacist.
⚠️ **Know the signs of heat exhaustion:**
• Headache
• Dizziness or feeling faint
• Heavy sweating
• Muscle cramps
• Feeling sick
• Intense thirst
If symptoms don't improve after cooling down within 30 minutes, or if someone becomes confused, stops sweating despite being hot, or has a seizure, call **999** immediately.
📍 **Chineham Pharmacy**
34 Guinea Court, Chineham, Basingstoke, RG24 8XJ
📞 **01256 479338**
Our pharmacy team is here to provide advice on staying well in hot weather and answer any questions about your medicines.
Stay cool, stay hydrated, and stay safe! 💙☀️
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