#HeatSafety

A recent personal report links a healthy lifestyle to a near-loss of consciousness and seizure risk from low blood sodium. The account appears in Slate and warns that excess water can harm the brain (Slate).

Hyponatremia means low sodium in the bloodstream. Low sodium can cause brain swelling. Severe cases can cause confusion, seizures, coma, and death (Mayo Clinic).

Doctors note two common hydration errors. One error is not drinking enough fluid. The other error is drinking too much plain water. The Slate report describes a case of the latter (Slate).

A disturbing medical case reveals how drinking too much water can trigger seizures and threaten lives—and why Thai workers face unique risks during our intensifying heat waves.

The Shocking Discovery

What started as a routine health check became a wake-up call about one of modern wellness culture’s most dangerous blind spots. A recent medical investigation documented by leading health journalists revealed how a disciplined exercise and hydration routine nearly caused a life-threatening emergency—all from drinking too much water.

As Thailand and much of the world endure record-breaking temperatures, schools are intensifying efforts to shield student athletes from the dangerous effects of extreme heat—a challenge that has become a focal point in the start of new school terms and sports seasons. Recent research and policies reflect mounting concern over the health and safety of young athletes, particularly as climate change accelerates the incidence and intensity of heatwaves. The latest wave of research and new protocols adopted in 2025 underline an urgent reality: heat-related illnesses among student athletes are on the rise and demand robust preventive measures both internationally and within Thailand (local3news.com).