5. Avoid chilling the body by sitting or standing undressed, either before going into or coming out of the water.
6. Avoid remaining too long in the water. Rub briskly and dress quickly upon the first sensation of chilliness.
7. The best time for bathing is two or three hours after breakfast. The vigorous and strong may safely take a cold bath before breakfast; the weakly and the young should not attempt it.
8. Those who are subject to dizziness or faintness, should not bathe in stream or surf without first consulting a physician.
9. Avoid a warm or hot bath, if liable to be exposed to a low temperature within two or three hours after the bath.
10. Women should carefully consult their physical condition before venturing to take a cold bath.
11. All persons suffering from organic heart disease should avoid surf bathing.