Tuesday, April 3, 2007

Summer Heat Precautions



During a heat wave the body has to work extra hard to maintain a normal temperature. Excessive heat can result in serious health threats by pushing the human body beyond its limits. Young children, elderly people, and those who are sick or overweight are most at risk.

Measures for Preventing Heat Related Illnesses

NEVER leave children or pets alone in closed vehicles.
Slow down, avoid strenuous activity.
Avoid too much sun.
Plan outdoor games and activities for early morning or evening.
Avoid extreme temperature changes.
Stay indoors as much as possible; use fans or air conditioners to cool the air.
Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing that will cover as much skin as possible.
Protect face and head by wearing a wide brimmed hat.
Drink plenty of fluids, even if you do not feel thirsty, and avoid alcoholic beverages.
Hot Weather Health Emergencies

Heat cramps: Painful spasms, mostly in legs and abdomen, usually the result of heavy exertion and heavy sweating.

Recognizing Heat Cramps
Painful spasms usually in the legs and abdominal muscles that may occur in association with strenuous activity.

What to do
Apply firm pressure to cramping muscles or gently massage to relieve spasms. Replace fluids. Consult your health care provider.

Heat exhaustion: Typically occurs when people exercise heavily or work in a hot, humid place where body fluids are lost through heavy sweating.

Recognizing Heat Exhaustion
Heavy sweating, weakness, cold, pale and clammy skin. Weak pulse. Fainting and vomiting possible.

What to do
Lie down in a cool place. Loosen clothing. Apply cool wet cloths. Fan or move person to air-conditioned place. Take sips of water. Consult your health care provider.

Heat stroke: A medical emergency- the body's temperature control system, which produces sweating to cool the body, stops working. Sunstroke: Another term for heat stroke.

Recognizing Heat Stroke
High body temperature (106+). Hot, dry skin. Rapid, strong pulse. Possible unconsciousness. Individual will likely not sweat.

What to do
Heat stroke is a severe medical emergency. Call 911 or emergency medical services or get the person to a hospital immediately. Move to a cooler environment. Try a cool bath or sponging to reduce body temperature. Use fans and/or air conditioners, to cool the body. DO NOT GIVE FLUIDS.

Additional Resources

Federal Emergency Management Agency
American Red Cross
National Weather Service
Centers for Disease Control
DPH Seasonal Fact Sheet - Spring/Summer

14 comments:

Angela Ward said...

This is perfect timing on this post, as the temperatures are rising and we are approaching summer.

I would like to add another note about sun safety. It's not only the heat that can cause damage, but the UV rays as well. Always make sure to use sunscreen!!!!

Never let a child in the sun without applying sunblock first!!

Melanoma Cancer is the most aggresive and deadly form of skin cancer and even those that do not "lay out" in the sun often, are at great risk, especially if they have fair or sensitive skin.

The sun is a glorious part of nature that is required for everyone's exsistance and serves as a wonderful therapy for many, but like everything else in life, should be enjoyed in moderation and with appropriate caution.

Three important additions to your day in the sun:

1- A cool, shady place to rest when you get a little overheated

2- Plenty of Water

3- Sunscreen

Anonymous said...

Terrific article! This is the type of information that
should be shared around the net. Shame on Google for now not positioning this put up higher!
Come on over and talk over with my website .
Thanks =)

my homepage allthingshillaryclinton.blogspot.com Additional Info Additional Reading Check Out allthingshillaryclinton.blogspot.com Check This Out Click At allthingshillaryclinton.blogspot.com Click At This Website Click For Source Click Here Click In This Article Click On allthingshillaryclinton.blogspot.com Click On This Page Clicking Here Continue Continue Reading Continued Continuing Discover More Discover More Here Extra Resources Find Out More Full Article Full Content Full Document Full Guide Full Piece Of Writing Full Post Full Posting Full Record Full Report Full Review Full Statement Full Survey Full Write-Up Get More Info Get More Information Get The Facts Go At This Site Go Here Going At allthingshillaryclinton.blogspot.com Going At This Website Going Here Going In allthingshillaryclinton.blogspot.com Going In This Article Going Listed Here Going On This Page Going On This Site Going To allthingshillaryclinton.blogspot.com Helpful Hints Helpful Resources Home Page Homepage Home-Page Keep Reading Learn Additional Learn Additional Here Learn Alot More Learn Alot More Here Learn Even More Learn Even More Here Learn More Learn More Here Link Linked Internet Page Linked Internet Site Linked Resource Site Linked Site Linked Web Page Linked Web Site Linked Webpage Linked Website Linked Web-Site Look At This Main Page More More About The Author More Bonuses More Help More Helpful Hints More Hints More Info More Information More Information And Facts More Inspiring Ideas More Material More Methods More Resources More Signup Bonuses More Suggestions More Support More Tips Next Page Ongoing Our Site Our Website Please Click Read allthingshillaryclinton.blogspot.com Read A Great Deal More Read A Lot More Read Alot More Read Even More Read Far More Read Full Article Read Full Report Read More More On This Page Read Read On Read Significantly More Read The Full Article Read The Full Content Read The Full Document Read The Full Guide Read The Full Piece Of Writing Read The Full Post Read The Full Posting Read The Full Report Read The Full Write-Up Read This Here Here Related Internet Page Related Resource Site Related Site Related Web Page Related Web Site Related Webpage Related Website Related Web-Site Relevant Internet Page Relevant Internet Site Relevant Resource Site Relevant Site Relevant Web Page Relevant Web Site Relevant Webpage Relevant Website Relevant Web-Site Resource For This Article Resources Similar Internet Page Similar Internet Site Similar Resource Site Similar Site Similar Web Page Similar Web Site Similar Webpage Similar Website Similar Web-Site Simply Click allthingshillaryclinton.blogspot.com Source Source For This Article Sources Supplemental Resources This Internet Page This Internet Site This Resource Site This Site This Web Page This Web Site This Webpage This Website This Web-Site Visit allthingshillaryclinton.blogspot.com Visit Website Web Page Web Site Webpage Website

Anonymous said...

Aw, this ωаs an excеptіοnally niсе рoѕt.
Τaking thе time аnԁ actual effort to generate a great aгtіcle… but whаt can I saу… I hesitаtе a
ωhοlе lot anԁ never seеm to get nеаrly аnуthіng dоne.



Visit my ωеb page :: stock options training

Anonymous said...

Howdy! I'm at work browsing your blog from my new iphone 3gs! Just wanted to say I love reading through your blog and look forward to all your posts! Keep up the fantastic work!

Also visit my page - webref.org

Anonymous said...

Hurгah, that's what I was searching for, what a information! present here at this weblog, thanks admin of this web page.

my site: Learn More

Anonymous said...

I am regular visitor, how are you everybody? This piece of writing posted at this web site is actually pleasant.



Also visit my web blog; Www.Bigdickpills.com

Anonymous said...

fantastic issues altogether, you simply received a brand new
reader. What would you recommend in regards to your publish that you made some days ago?
Any sure?

Also visit my weblog - Quangngai.net

Anonymous said...

What's up to every one, the contents existing at this site are in fact awesome for people knowledge, well, keep up the good work fellows.

my web site :: tonsof.wordpress.com

Anonymous said...

Αt this tіme Ι am goіng to ԁо my bгeаkfаst,
afterwaгԁ haνing my breakfast cοming yet again to reаd moгe news.


Alѕo visit my web pаge; www.craftingfiction.com

Anonymous said...

What's up everyone, it's my first pay a quick visit at this site, and post is in fact fruitful
in favor of me, keep up posting these types of articles.


Also visit my webpage: source for this article

Anonymous said...

I just cοuldn't depart your web site prior to suggesting that I extremely loved the standard info an individual provide on your guests? Is gonna be back incessantly in order to check up on new posts

My web-site; This Web site

Anonymous said...

Ӏ got this ωeb ѕite from my frienԁ who shared
ωith me concerning this web sitе and now thiѕ
tіme I am visiting this wеb page and reаding very informatіve
artiсles oг rеѵieωѕ at thіs time.



Αlso visіt my site - http://www.copyright-free-content.com

Anonymous said...

Everything is very open with a very clear clarification of the issues.
It was truly informative. Your site is extremely helpful.
Many thanks for sharing!

my web page ... Related Internet Page

Anonymous said...

Great blog you have here.. It's difficult to find high quality writing like yours these days. I really appreciate people like you! Take care!!

Take a look at my blog; http://www.microsen-wiki.net/profile_deloraswzfg77e