News and Events
July 23, 2007
Dealing with Heat Stress
Dealing with
Heat Stress:
We are in
the Dog Days of Summer!
Although the sun is welcomed after dealing with the winter,
many individuals going outdoors don't take into consider the danger that the
sun and heat poses to even the healthiest people.
Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are extremely common in the
summer months. Heat exhaustion is characterized by an individual being pale and
sweating profusely, while heat stroke is characterized by an individual being
extremely warm to touch, feeling very hot, and not perspiring.
A heat stroke is much more severe than heat exhaustion.
Usually an individual with heat exhaustion can recuperate by being taken into a
cool place, being given something cold to drink and resting. For heat stroke an
individual will likely need medical attention.
Here are some tips to avoid becoming a victim of heat stress
during the hot summer months:
*Be especially careful about exposing infants, toddlers and
the elderly to the heat of the sun. They will experience heat stress much more
quickly than a healthy adult. Only take infants and the elderly out in the heat
for very short periods of time and always have a place where they can find
shade.
*Always carry plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
Remember that alcohol will dehydrate so stick to water and sports drinks.
* Always wear something covering the head and neck. A hat
with a rim to protect the sun from the face is the best bet.
*Try to do strenuous exercise or outdoor work in the morning
hours before the sun gets hot or in the even after the heat of the day has
gone.
*Make sure there will be shade or a cool area available when
attending all day outdoor events. If necessary, take along a tent or even a
portable fan for relief from the heat.
We hope you enjoy the warm summer months and keep your loved
ones safe from the dangers of the sun
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