New Delhi, April 26 -- As a heatwave grips New Delhi with mercury rising till 40 degree Celsius, Dr L Shyam Singh, the director of Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Medical Sciences (ABVIMS) and Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, advised people on how to take care of their health, telling them to stay hydrated and seek medical help if they feel it be necessary.

Dr Singh said, "To prevent heatstroke, the most important thing is to keep your body hydrated. When you are exposed to sunlight between 11 am and 4 pm, you should drink plenty of water and wear loose clothing to reduce heat absorption."

He further suggested drinking cold water as soon as one begins to feel unwell in the extreme heat and advised seeking medical attention if necessary....