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(HealthNewsDigest.com) – “Heat waves can be very dangerous. When temperatures soar above 90 degrees, caregivers for young children and older adults should take precautions. It can lead to heat cramps, heat exhaustion and even heat stroke, which can be deadly. People need to take extra precautions during heat waves,” Kaloostian said.
She added:
- Be careful consuming alcohol during Independence Day weekend as it can impair the body’s ability to regulate temperature.
- Avoid strenuous physical activity, seek shade, drink cool water or sports drinks during the hottest part of the day.
- Outdoors, wear light-colored and loose clothing, a hat and sunscreen level 15 SPF or greater.
- Don’t linger in a parked car, which can gain 20 degrees in 15 minutes during summer, even with the windows cracked open.
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