As the warmer weather approaches, many of us look forward to going on holidays. With temperatures rising, wet weather approaching and humidity increasing, it is common for people living with a lung condition to experience a flare up in their symptoms and struggle with increased breathlessness. If you are living with or caring for someone with a lung condition, it can take some planning.<\/p>\n
Symptoms people often experience include cough, shortness of breath, runny nose, irritable eyes and sore throat. If you are affected by the hot weather, there are things you can do to help keep yourself well.<\/p>\n
Stay hydrated<\/strong> Keep out of the sun<\/strong> Avoid the heat<\/strong> Avoid the smoke and haze from fires<\/strong> Be prepared<\/strong> Exercise safely<\/strong> As the warmer weather approaches, many of us look forward to going on holidays. With temperatures rising, wet weather approaching and humidity increasing, it is…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":3099,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","condition":[184,7,9,11,12,14,124,21,23,185],"user_category":[31],"article_category":[191,197],"class_list":["post-1975","article","type-article","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","condition-asthma","condition-bronchiectasis","condition-copd","condition-idiopathic-pulmonary-fibrosis","condition-interstitial-lung-disease","condition-lung-cancer","condition-other-lung-conditions","condition-pulmonary-arterial-hypertension","condition-pulmonary-fibrosis","condition-pulmonary-hypertension","user_category-patient","article_category-blog","article_category-symptom-management"],"yoast_head":"\n
\nDrinking enough water is essential, however it is important to discuss with your doctor the appropriate amount for your condition as some people may be on fluid restrictions. Avoid drinks that increase dehydration including alcohol, tea and coffee. Eat smaller, cooler meals including foods high in water content such as fruits and salads. Focus on foods that are easily digestible, low in fat and contain carbohydrates and protein.<\/p>\n
\nRemember to stay safe in the sun. Avoid going outside between 11am and 3pm and aim to do activities such as gardening, exercise and housework in the cooler parts of the day. Wear light-coloured and loose-fitting clothes, wide brim hats, sunscreen and sunglasses.<\/p>\n
\nTips to remain cool and avoid the heat, include:<\/p>\n\n
\nWhere possible, people with poor lung health in areas affected by bush fires and smoke, should stay indoors when smoke is thick. Keep windows and doors closed and use air conditioning on the recycle mode.<\/p>\n
\nHave a plan. Watch weather forecasts and know who to call if you need help. When you are going out for the day ensure you take your medicines, a hand fan and plenty of water. Talk with your health professional team about your action plan and how you can live well through the warm months.<\/p>\n
\nWhether you are exercising at home, through a pulmonary rehabilitation clinic or maintenance exercise class such as Lung Foundation Australia\u2019s Lungs in Action program, it is important to talk to your prescribing exercise professional about how to exercise safely in the heat and to understand any danger signs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"