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HEALTH RISKS RISE WITH HEAT / Doctors Warn Against Heat Exposure
Feasterville, Langhorne, PA
07/12/2023 02:31 PM

As the heat and humidity rises, so does the risk of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can be a real health threat, especially for older people and young children.

How can you avoid heat-related illnesses?

=         Wear light-weight, light colored clothing made of breathable material, like cotton.

=         Cover up when you can with long-sleeved shirts and pants.

=         Hats are fine, but remember baseball caps won’t protect your ears and neck from the sun.

=         Always use a broad spectrum sunscreen with a minimum of 30 SPF, even when it is cloudy. Reapply at least every two hours.

=         Avoid uninterrupted sun exposure between 10am and 4pm whenever possible.

=         Stay hydrated.  Drink water throughout the day.

=         Avoid strenuous outdoor activity on hot days.

=         If you must be outside, take frequent breaks in a cool place.

=         Air-conditioning is the best way to protect against heat-related illness.  If you do not have air-conditioning at home during extreme heat. Try to spend time in air-conditioned locations such as a shopping mall, public library, or public health sponsored heat-relief shelter in your area.

Excessive heat can cause several health problems including heat exhaustion. Symptoms include:

=         Profuse sweating

=         Headache

=         Dizziness

=         Nausea

=         Rapid heartbeat

=         Skin that feels cool and moist

=         Muscle cramps. 

Move this person to a cooler location, apply cool wet cloths to their body, and give them cool water to drink.  If the person vomits or refuses to drink, call 9-1-1.  Heat exhaustion can lead to heat stroke.

Reference
George Yanoshik
(484) 322-6809
 
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