Stay indoors and turn on the air-conditioner. If you don't have an air-conditioner at home, air-conditioned public venues such as cinemas, theaters, libraries and shopping malls may be good choices.

If you have to go out, take plenty of water with you and try to stay in the shade. Wear a visor and use an umbrella to protect yourself from ultraviolet rays. Choose loose, light-colored clothing.

Pull the curtains to block strong sunlight during the day. When it is breezy outside, open doors and windows to lower the indoor temperature at night.

Wipe your body with a wet towel or take a shower to lower your body temperature.

Do not leave children, elderly people or pets alone in closed cars.

Avoid experiencing sudden changes in temperature, such as entering an air-conditioned room after being in the sweltering heat.

Drink plenty of water. Do not drink only when you feel thirsty. Avoid caffeinated, alcoholic and high-sugar drinks that may cause dehydration.

Monitor weather forecasts and health information.

Source: Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention and China Daily

(China Daily USA 08/06/2013 page4)