If the air temperature in the home drops to 10°C, it is necessary to immediately take measures to preserve heat and prevent hypothermia. This is emphasized by the Ministry of Health of Ukraine, providing recommendations for citizens in conditions of heating and power outages.
Doctors advise dressing in layers. At temperatures around 10°C in an apartment, you should wear at least four layers of clothing. This includes warm underwear, a sweater or fleece, warm outerwear such as a jacket or vest, and two pairs of socks. Particular attention is recommended to be paid to protecting the legs, arms, and neck, as these are the areas through which the body loses the most heat.
For sleeping or prolonged periods of immobility, the Ministry of Health recommends using blankets, blankets, or even sleeping bags. If possible, stay in one room, close doors and windows tightly, reducing heat loss. It is also advisable to move periodically and perform simple physical exercises to stimulate blood circulation.
Separately, experts warn against drinking alcohol to "warm up." Despite the popular myth, alcoholic beverages do not help keep you warm. On the contrary, alcohol dilates blood vessels, creating a feeling of warmth, but at the same time accelerates the body's heat loss and significantly increases the risk of hypothermia and frostbite.
The Ministry of Health also recommends closely monitoring the condition of children, the elderly, and the chronically ill, as they are most vulnerable to low temperatures. If symptoms of hypothermia appear — shivering, weakness, drowsiness, impaired coordination — immediate measures should be taken to warm up and, if necessary, seek medical help.
