Heat Stroke Quizzes

Take measure now! Do not wait for hot days.

During summer last year, 155 people were carried to hospitals in Soka City, caused by heat stroke.
Take measures before it becomes hot so as to protect your lives.
Survive the heat with proper knowledge and measures.

Q1
Was anyone carried to a hospital with heat stroke in May ?

Yes / No

A: Yes.
We are not yet used to heat, so we are susceptible to heat stroke on hot days in May and on sunny days during the rainy season.

Q2
Where are we more susceptible to heat stroke ?

Outdoors / Indoors

A: Indoors.
More than 60% of heat stroke occurred indoors.
It occurred most often in houses, so check your air conditioners early enough and use them properly.

Q3
How long do we need to get used to heat ?

Three days / One week / Two weeks

A: About two weeks (according to the Ministry of the Environment).
It takes time for our body to get used to heat (heat adaptation).

Let's train Heat Adaptation

It is important to perspire by walking, doing muscular workout, doing stretching exercise or taking a bath, within your comfort range, before the heat becomes intense.

Avoid this situation.

Inquiry

Kenkodukuri-ka (Public Health Section)
Tel.(048) 922-1156
FAX(048) 922-1516