Editorial

16:38 JST, June 29, 2025

Heatstroke occurs when the body loses water and its ability to regulate temperature declines. Although heatstroke is often associated with midsummer, many people also suffer from it in May and June. This is attributable to the fact that it is more difficult for people to regulate their body temperature because high humidity means that sweat evaporates less.

Sufficient caution is needed for this type of heatstroke, which is typical in the rainy season.

In addition, during the period immediately after the end of the rainy season, the number of people suffering from heatstroke usually increases rapidly, as the body has not yet fully become used to the heat. Consciously acclimatizing to the heat by engaging in light exercise,........

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