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VOICE-OVER: 
It is hot in the Netherlands.

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Nice?
Not for everyone. 

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If you are elderly, 
or if you have a chronic disease...

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then heat may even pose
a health risk to you. 

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This also applies to people 
who are overweight...

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people who cannot take care 
of themselves properly...

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and small children. 

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Complaints due to heat 
can vary widely.

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For example, 
it can lead to fatigue...

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itching or headaches. 

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Worse symptoms 
are dehydration, exhaustion...

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or a heat stroke 
which may even lead to death. 

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Take simple measures 
to avoid overheating. 

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Drink enough, 
even if you are not thirsty. 

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Keep your body cool,
take it easy and stay in the shade.

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Keep your home cool, 
use blinds and provide ventilation. 

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And take care of each other. 

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Pay special attention 
to people in your neighbourhood...

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who could use your help 
during a heat wave. 

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Want to learn more about health risks 
and measures to be taken?

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Visit rivm.nl/heat.