As one of the most commonly used home appliances in summer, air conditioners can be used incorrectly or excessively, which can lead to cold air invasion of the human body. Qian Zhendong, the attending physician of the general practice of the Dapuqiao Community Health Service Center, gave advice to ensure that you can enjoy the cool while maintaining your health.
First of all, regarding the temperature setting, Dr. Qian recommends setting the indoor temperature at around 26 degrees Celsius. This temperature is neither too cold to cause the body to be cold, nor too hot to affect comfort. At the same time, the temperature difference between indoor and outdoor should not be too large, so as not to cause a burden on the body.
Secondly, pay attention to the duration of the air conditioner. Continuous use of air conditioners for long periods of time may dry out the indoor air, leading to problems such as dry skin, throat irritation, etc. Therefore, it is recommended to open windows for ventilation to allow indoor and outdoor air circulation and maintain proper indoor humidity.
In addition, the cleaning and maintenance of the air conditioner is also very important. If the air conditioner is not cleaned for a long time, it will accumulate pollutants such as dust and bacteria, which will not only affect the use of the air conditioner, but also may pose a threat to health. Therefore, it is advisable to clean the air conditioner regularly to keep its interior clean and hygienic.
Finally, for specific groups of people, such as the elderly, children, pregnant women, etc., their body temperature regulation ability is relatively weak and their adaptability to temperature is also poor, so they need to pay more attention when using air conditioners. The temperature and wind speed of the air conditioner can be adjusted appropriately, and direct blowing can be avoided to avoid adverse effects on the body.