2. Cooling Solutions Prepare a few cooling options before you leave the house in the morning so you're not caught off guard by an episode, says Sameena Rahman, MD , an obstetrician-gynecologist and the founder of GSM Collective, a medical concierge service in Chicago. Keep cold water nearby or carry a handheld fan in your bag. Opening a window or stepping outside into cooler air may also help you feel better, Dr. Rahman says. “During a hot flash, I tell women to do whatever safely makes them comfortable — remove a layer, move toward a fan or cooler environment, take a moment if needed,” she says. Add buffer time into your schedule so you can…
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