Doctors debunk common cooling myths and share safer ways to beat the heat Last updated: April 30, 2026 | 11:19 A boy tries to cool himself by pouring the water on his head to beat the heat as temperatures rise Gulf News Archives Dubai: When the UAE summer peaks and temperatures climb above 40°C, most residents instinctively reach for quick ways to cool down, a freezing drink, a blast of cold air, or an icy shower. But according to doctors, many of these habits don’t actually help your body cool down and in some cases, they can make things worse. Here’s what UAE-based medical experts say you may be doing wrong and what to do instead. Get updated faster and for  FREE : Download the  Gulf News  app now - simply  click here . Cooling down the right way It may feel natural to grab an ice-cold drink after stepping out in the heat, but Dr. Aslam Saleem, emergency doctor at Medcare Shaikh Saqr Al Qasimi, has noted that the effect is mostly temporary.…