Doctor swears by 'simple' cooling tip 'used in hospitals' for sleeping in heat

Doctor swears by 'simple' cooling tip 'used in hospitals' for sleeping in heat A former NHS doctor has revealed the method he uses to get a good night's sleep A doctor has shared the 'cooling tip' he swears by for summer nights. With more warm weather on the way, many Brits are anticipating hot, sleepless nights. But a doctor's go-to method could help people finally get some quality shut-eye. Dr Jonny Betteridge shared the tip in a TikTok video under the handle @Drjb.aesthetics. He is an aesthetic doctor and the founder of JB Aesthetics. According to his website, Dr Betteridge attended Norwich Medical School and previously worked in the NHS across Emergency Medicine, Intensive Care and Anaesthetics. In the TikTok video, the doctor shared a recommendation with his 160k followers. Dr Betteridge said: "Are you struggling to sleep in this heat? Well, I've got a simple tip for you. I was an NHS doctor that used to work in Emergency Medicine and Anaesthetics. "For patients that came to the hospital with really high temperatures, so we're talking 40 to 43 degrees, from heat stroke, drug reactions, or severe infection, the art of rapid cooling would be to place ice packs on where the major blood vessels are. So the neck, under the arms, or in the groin. I find the most effective area is under the armpits." He continued: "So get yourself two small ice packs and wrap them in some thin cloth or a gym top. And trust me, the effect on body cooling is so good. I like to side sleep. So put it under my armpit, lie on my side. That, combined with the fan, was just enough to relax me and send me off to sleep. So give it a try." The video impressed social media users, racking up thousands of likes. Responding to the video, one commenter said: "Great tip and thank you. Didn't know this." Another viewer replied: "I love this! Definitely trying." Someone else thought: "Ooo this sounds great." British Red Cross also shares advice on its website. The charity said: "It can be difficult to sleep in a heatwave. If it's too hot or too cold, your internal body temperature may be affected, disrupting your ability to fall asleep and stay asleep. Quality sleep is essential in a heatwave to help your body recover, regulate temperature and maintain physical and mental health. "Adequate rest is especially important for those in vulnerable groups as it supports immune function, energy levels, and cardiovascular health all of which are crucial for coping with the added stress of extreme heat." The tips included sleeping on the lowest level of your home, wearing cold socks, taking a cool shower before bed, and avoiding alcohol in the evening. More information is available on the charity's website.