How to use cooling equipment in the summer to ensure health safety?

According to data from Hung Yen General Hospital, the number of hospitalized children has increased sharply in the past two hot months. Each month, the Pediatrics Department receives from 200 to 300 children for treatment, of which up to 70% are cases of respiratory diseases, including severe cases of pneumonia.

On hot summer days, cooling devices become a "savior" to help cool the air and bring a pleasant feeling. However, improper use can lead to negative effects on health, especially for the elderly, children and people with underlying medical conditions. Therefore, using cooling devices safely and scientifically is necessary.

Many health risks, especially for children

NKN, a child patient, was recently admitted to the Department of Pediatrics, Hung Yen General Hospital due to a prolonged respiratory infection leading to pneumonia. This is the second time this summer that N. has had to be treated for this disease. Ms. TTL, N.'s relative, shared: "The child's health is weak. Since the weather has been hot, the family has not dared to let him go out in the sun, nor have they sent him to school, but has only kept him indoors. When it's hot, they put him in the air conditioner, but he still suffers from frequent respiratory infections."

Ms. Nguyen Thi Trang, a long-time doctor with a lot of experience at the Department of Pediatrics, Hung Yen General Hospital, said that there are many reasons why children get respiratory diseases during the hot season. In particular, improper use of air conditioners and electric fans is the leading factor, easily causing children to have respiratory allergies, rhinitis, bronchitis, pneumonia or sore throat, especially children with weak constitution or asthma.

Doctor Nguyen Thi Trang, Department of Pediatrics, Hung Yen Provincial General Hospital examines and treats a child with pneumonia.

Doctor Trang recommends that when using cooling devices, especially air conditioners, the temperature should be set from 26°C to 28°C, in which the ideal temperature is 28°C , especially at night, can be set at 30 degrees depending on the weather outside. For young children, wear thin, long-sleeved clothes and keep the neck warm. Pay attention when children are sweating, absolutely do not let them go into a cold room immediately. Turn off the air conditioner 30 minutes before going outside to avoid heat shock.

The ideal air conditioning temperature to ensure health is usually between 26°C and 28°C.

According to Dr. Trang, sitting in an air-conditioned environment for a long time can easily cause the body to lose water through the skin and breathing. Prolonged dehydration can cause dry skin, dry throat, headaches or fatigue. Therefore, doctors recommend that people drink enough 1.5 - 2 liters of water per day, especially when often in air-conditioned rooms. In addition to filtered water, people can supplement with fruit juice or eat juicy fruits.

Expert advice

According to energy experts, the first principle is to maintain the air conditioner temperature at 26°C or higher, combined with the use of fans to increase cooling efficiency. This temperature level is considered optimal to help the body adapt easily, avoid thermal shock when entering and leaving the room, and significantly save electricity consumption. In addition, regular maintenance and cleaning of the air conditioner is also a key factor to protect the health of users. According to experts, cleaning the device every 3-6 months can help save 10-15% of electricity consumption, while helping the machine operate more smoothly, while the air flow also becomes cleaner, limiting bacteria and mold, limiting the impact on health.

Another small note to protect your health when using air conditioners in the summer, Mr. Tran Dinh Thuy, the owner of an air conditioner installation and repair facility in Hong Quang commune with many years of experience, shared: To avoid catching a cold, dry nose, dry throat, when I come to household to install air conditioners, I often advise the homeowner on the direction of installation, placement, and pay attention to the wind direction not blowing directly on the bed, desk or fixed seat. In addition, you should not always turn on the Cool mode (cooling). On days with high humidity but not too hot (below 34°C), the Dry mode will be effective because it has the function of dehumidifying, helping the space to be dry, comfortable and less power consumption.

Customers research and choose cooling equipment with reputable brands and modern air filtration technology.

Currently, employees at electronics stores and supermarkets always advise customers to prioritize choosing air conditioners with modern air filtration technology, choosing machines that can maintain stable temperature and humidity. Choose the air conditioner capacity suitable for the room area. These are also the economic standards of the device aimed at protecting the health of consumers.

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