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  What is Heatstroke? Symptoms, Causes, and  Precautions  Pakistan is currently experiencing an intense heatwave. With scorching sunlight, lack of  airflow, and temperatures rising to 45°C (113°F) or above, the risk of heatstroke  significantly increases. Heatstroke typically occurs during extremely hot weather due to  direct exposure to sunlight and hot winds. When heat reaches dangerous levels, it becomes a serious medical condition that, if left  untreated, can be life-threatening. This post examines what heatstroke is, its warning signs, and the necessary preventive  measures and immediate actions to take. What is Heatstroke? A heatwave is a weather condition characterised by prolonged and unusually high  temperatures. During hot seasons, intense sunlight, lack of wind, and rising temperatures  increase the risk of heatstroke. At present, much of Pakistan is under extreme heat stress. These conditions raise serious  h...

  The Health Risks of Not Washing Your  Pillowcases and Bedsheets  Regularly While many people maintain daily hygiene, they often neglect the cleanliness of their bedding – pillows, sheets and blankets. Even when they appear clean, these items can become a breeding ground for microscopic germs, bacteria, fungi and dust mites. Changing your bedsheets may seem like a small habit, but it has a big impact on your health. Washing your bedding regularly, especially for those with allergies or skin conditions, is essential. When it comes to restful sleep and good health, there’s no substitute for fresh, clean and fragrant bedding.   What happens if you don’t wash your bedding often? Most people only wash their bedsheets or pillows when they see visible dirt or stains. But what you can’t see can be harmful to you. Seemingly clean bedding can still harbour bacteria, dead skin cells, fungal spores, and allergens, which can cause or exacerbate health problems. 1. Ba...

Protect Yourself from the Intense  Heat of the  Sun The summer season brings numerous challenges, the most significant and hazardous of  which is the extreme heat of the sun and its adverse effects. While sunlight is a vital part of  nature, its excessive intensity can negatively affect human health, the environment, and  daily routines. Therefore, it is crucial to adopt serious and effective measures to shield  ourselves from harmful solar radiation. As the sun's intensity increases, it poses fatal risks to human well-being, ecosystems, and  the global economy. In recent years, climate change has amplified this heat to alarming  levels. Rising temperatures, frequent heat waves, and stronger solar radiation now pose  serious threats to humanity. This article explores in detail the causes of extreme heat, its  harmful consequences, and practical scientific methods to prevent or mitigate these  effects.   Causes of Intense Sunlig...

  Eating in Plastic and Disposable Utensils: A  Silent Poison for Health In today’s fast-paced world, convenience often leads us to use plastic or disposable utensils for meals—especially at weddings, events, and office lunches. But did you know that this seemingly harmless habit could be detrimental to your health? Using plastic and disposable (single-use) utensils for food can pose serious health risks, especially when they are heated or reused. This risk is significantly higher with hot or oily foods. Here's why: Toxic Chemicals in Plastic : Plastic and disposable utensils are widely used for convenience across the globe—in offices, events, weddings, and takeaways. Yet, the convenience we enjoy often comes at a hidden cost to our health, which we tend to overlook. Modern research suggests that eating food in plastic containers may expose us to severe health hazards. What is Plastic and why is it Dangerous? Plastic is a synthetic material derived from petroleum and made usin...