FORT LEE, Va. -- Despite well documented and effective techniques for preventing heat illnesses, they continue to be a threat to Soldiers in training and combat. Even mild heat illness and dehydration ...
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH)– As temperatures rise and heat advisories are issued, WISH-TV medical expert Dr. Janel Gordon provides crucial advice on preventing heat illness. Heat illness can range from mild ...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Over 14,000 Americans have died from directly heat-related causes since 1979, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. With the heat index in Alabama often reaching ...
“It’s so hot you could fry an egg on the sidewalk.” That expression has come to mind a few times during this summer heat wave. And just for the record, it’s generally not possible to actually cook an ...
Preventing heat-related illnesses, such as heat stroke and heat exhaustion, requires a communal approach. Follow these ...
Sweating as soon as you step out your front door? Blame the heat dome, which is causing extreme temperatures across much of the central and eastern U.S. this week. This week, many areas across more ...
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — As climate change worsens, summers are becoming hotter and longer. Along with high temperatures, high humidity and slower wind speeds can increase your risk of heat illness. Here ...
The National Weather Service is warning of a multi-day heat event that will stretch from Wednesday through Saturday, bringing temperatures ranging from the mid-90s to 110 degrees across much of ...
Summer is still here and with it comes hot and humid days. For athletes and families, it’s important to know about heat illness, heat stroke and symptoms that can range from mild cramping to ...
OSHA continues to advance efforts to develop a standard aimed at preventing heat-related injuries and illnesses in both outdoor and indoor work environments. This initiative reflects the growing risks ...
With temperatures slated for the high 80s this Labor Day weekend, MU Health Care experts encourage residents to take precaution of the risk for heat-related injuries as they continue to enjoy outdoor ...
It’s one of the most highly anticipated times of the year – the start of the school year and the coming of fall high school sports. The excitement, however, is somewhat tempered at the moment as the ...