ISLAMABAD: The National Institute of Health (NIH) issued an advisory on Friday regarding the intensity of heatwaves and the risk of sunstroke across the country.
The advisory said the increasing impact of climate change is because of the global warming.
According to the NIH, the risks and effects of extreme heatwaves are on the rise, with an expected increase in mortality and sickness due to heatstroke.
The Institute stresses the importance of immediate steps to combat heatstroke, particularly by avoiding direct exposure to sunlight.
The advisory emphasizes that keeping the body hydrated is crucial in avoiding complications from heatstroke.
Additionally, the NIH warned that extreme heat can also cause typhoid fever.
The NIH advised the public to take these warnings seriously and adopt measures to protect themselves during the extreme heatwave.
