Although when we are overwhelmed by the heat we tirelessly ask for the cold and the rain to arrive; but when it comes to us… we are not happy either; And that is how human beings are. In reality, the cold brings us things that we can enjoy such as snow for those who like to play sports in this area, rain for having our swamps full and our forests very green when spring arrives. But it also brings inconveniences to our health which, as almost always, affect the most vulnerable populations the most.
One of the problems that cold can cause in older people comes from the loss of heat from their own body since their metabolism and thermoregulation, due to their own aging, is altered and causes them to lose more heat than they generate. Along with this problem, there are other effects on people’s health such as:
- Increase in viral diseases ⭢ Viruses attack immune systems weakened by the adherence of cold to the body.
- Worsening of respiratory and circulatory pathologies ⭢ the cold worsens circulation and the immune system remains weakened by the cold and viruses.
- Worsening of bone pathologies ⭢ the cold makes the body feel more pain.
- Dehydration ⭢ when it is cold, fluid intake is less.
- Skin lesions ⭢ sometimes low temperatures give rise to dermatological problems
- Falls due to cold and snow ⭢ ground conditions can cause falls, and the body is numb due to low temperatures.
To prevent these other situations caused by the cold, it is advisable to maintain an adequate diet and hydration, adequate home temperature, protect yourself from the cold on the street, wear comfortable clothing appropriate to the weather conditions, perform physical activity to maintain your body and condition. physical. And, above all, if you have any incident, consult with professionals.
