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Handy tips to help avoid getting sick this summer

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July 07, 2025

Summer is the perfect time to travel, socialise and soak up the sun. However, warm weather and crowded places also create ideal conditions for viruses and bacterial infections to spread. To help you stay well and make the most of the sunny season, follow these expert-approved tips.

- By CAMILLA FOSTER

"Heat-related illnesses are more common than many people realise during the summer, especially when temperatures climb or humidity is high," says Dr Chun Tang, GP at Pall Mall Medical.

STAY HYDRATED AND COOL

"The best line of defence really is prevention, so keep hydrated, wear light, breathable clothing, and avoid strenuous activity during the hottest parts of the day, typically 11am to 3pm.

"If you start to feel unwell, stop, find somewhere cool to rest, sip water, and use a damp cloth to cool your skin.

"If symptoms worsen, particularly if you stop sweating or feel confused, don't delay seeking medical attention."

STICK TO COOKED FOODS AND BOTTLED WATER

"Warm weather and outdoor meals, picnics, barbecues and street food, create ideal conditions for bacteria like salmonella, E. coli, and listeria, especially when food isn't cooked properly or stored safely," warns Dr Tang.

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