In hot summer, beer and barbecue have become a common night snack for people to cool off, which may lead to some health emergencies.

On a night in July 2024, the Fengtai Branch of Beijing 120 Center received a task from the dispatch center. At a community in Fengtai, a drunk person was unable to stand and had limited movement, who needed to be transferred urgently. The emergency crew of the Huaishuling Emergency Station in Fengtai District immediately rushed to the scene. Upon arrival, they found that the patient had weakness in his limbs accompanied by a series of symptoms of alcohol poisoning such as dizziness and vomiting. The emergency personnel immediately took a series of rescue measures such as cleaning the oral and nasal vomit to prevent airway foreign body obstruction, while monitoring blood pressure, and opening intravenous access. They transferred the patient to the hospital for sobering treatment in time. During this period, the patient could not control himself, and was in a state of loud scolding and refusing to cooperate. After the comfort of the emergency personnel and his family, the patient was finally transferred to the receiving medical institution for treatment smoothly and safely.

Here are some tips from Beijing 120. In hot days in summer, it is necessary to increase water intake. Drinking for relaxation should be moderate, as excessive alcohol consumption may cause liver disease. For patients with a history of chronic diseases, it is necessary to avoid drinking alcohol while taking medication. The combination of beer and barbecue may also cause an excessive burden on the digestive system, leading to gastritis, gastric ulcers and other diseases. Patients with hyperuricemia may also be at risk of acute gout attacks caused by drinking. While enjoying some relaxing time, be sure to keep your health in mind. If an emergency occurs, it is necessary seek medical treatment in a timely manner.