Even though you are looking for sun and fun, when in Orlando you
can have too much of a good thing. Something as simple as sunburn
can completely ruin your dream holiday, causing anything from mild
sunstroke to severe blistering. Please ensure that you take plenty
of sunscreen with you on vacation, a healthy tan is much nicer than
the lobster look... Use a high factor sun cream and ensure that
children wear sun hats at all times, during the day. If it takes
20 mins before you start to burn in the sun a factor 15 sunblock
will protect you for approx 300 mins.
Sand and water reflect UV radiation, which means being in the
shade under a beach umbrella does not provide complete protection.
Wear lightweight, light coloured clothing. Dark colours attract
the heat. Never leave children or pets in the car, the heat can
kill in these conditions. Don't use moisterising creams and oils
before going out, you will not tan, you will burn. Don't be fooled
into thinking you can't get burned on a cloudy day. The sun can
quite easily penetrate the clouds. Drink plenty of fluid, water
is best. Avoid drinking alcohol.
The sun is at its hottest between 10am and 3pm. If possible take
this time to have a nap or if you are out have a bite to eat at
a restaurant or picnic in a sheltered area. If visiting the water
parks ensure that you are using a waterproof sunscreen. Re-apply
the lotion on a regular basis
If you do get sunburned Symptoms Redness, pain, swelling, blisters,
chills, cracked skin, headaches and fever
Treatment Bathe in cool water, ask for an appropriate cream from
the pharmacy and stay out of the sun. If your skin has blistered
and cracked apply dry sterile dressings and see a doctor.
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