Although our bodies benefit from sunlight, too much exposure to the sun's rays can damage the skin and cause burning. Our bodies can become overheated during hot weather, which can lead to health problems, so we all need to ensure that we properly protect ourselves during these conditions.
- GOV.UK - Beat the heat: staying safe in hot weather
- NHS - How to cope in hot weather
- Age UK - Advice for staying cool during a heatwave.
Protecting yourself from direct sunlight
- Wear light clothing or wear loose-fitting clothes
- Wear a hat to protect your head from burning
- Stay in the shade whenever possible
- Use a high factor sunscreen of at least SPF30 on any exposed skin
- Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.
If you're indoors
- Consider opening windows. Sometimes it may be better to keep the windows closed, draw the curtains and use a fan
- Try not to sit in direct sunlight, especially behind glass
- Ventilate the area as much as possible
- Stay hydrated by drinking water regularly.
Damp, mould and condensation
Please make sure you tell us as soon as possible if you're concerned about damp, mould or condensation in your home. You’ll need to provide us with some details and then we’ll get back to you with some next steps. You can complete our online form or alternatively we can take you through the questions over the phone - call 01494 476100. It’s important that we gather all the right information to make sure we can tackle the problem quickly, so please allow 10 minutes or so to complete the form.
- Report damp, mould or condensation
- More on what causes damp, mould and condensation, and how you can help prevent it occurring
Get in touch
If you need help and support, you can also get in touch with us. We'd be more than happy to help, or to put you in touch with someone who can.