[Durham INC] FW: Health Department Officials Emphasize Caution During Extreme Heat

[Pat Carstensen]

I think most folks are smart enough to stay in the shade this time of year, but never hurts to be reminded

Date: Thu, 28 Jun 2012 13:15:23 -0400
From: lists at durhamcountync.gov
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Subject: Health Department Officials Emphasize Caution During Extreme Heat




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                Durham County Government
                Press Release
            
            
            
            
                
            
            
        
        
            
Health Department Officials Emphasize Caution During Extreme Heat  

Residents encouraged to limit outdoor activityDurham, NC -
With temperatures expected to soar above 100 degree in the coming days, the Durham County Health Department is reminding residents to take necessary steps to protect their health during this time of extreme heat.
According to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, people visited emergency departments more than 1,200 times last summer for heat-related issues.
Drinking plenty of water or juice to avoid dehydration is one of the most important ways to prevent heat-related illness. Health experts also recommend limiting time outdoors, especially in the afternoon when the sun and temperatures are at their peak. People of all ages also should:
 
Be careful about exercising or doing a lot of activities when it is hot. Stay out of the sun, take frequent breaks, drink water or juice often, even before you are thirsty, and watch for signs of heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Avoid being outdoors between the hours of 10:00 A.M. and 2:00 P.M.  The sun's heat is at its strongest and most intense during this time of the day. Dress for the weather. Loose-fitting, light-colored cotton clothes are cooler than dark colors or some synthetics. 
If you live in a home without fans or air conditioning, open windows to allow air flow, and keep shades, blinds or curtains drawn in the hottest part of the day or when the windows are in direct sunlight. Try to spend at least part of the day in an air conditioned place like a shopping mall, a store, the library, a friend's house, or the movies. Cool showers can help, too. Do not use a fan when the air temperature is above 95 degrees - it will blow hot air, which can add to heat stress. 
Never leave a child or a disabled or elderly person or a pet in an unattended car, even with the windows down. A closed vehicle can heat up to dangerous levels in as little as ten minutes. 
 
In the event of a possible heat related illness, seek medical attention immediately.  Potential symptoms of a heat related illness include, but are not limited to weakness, tiredness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, heavy or lack of sweating, confusion, and a high body temperature.
 
For more information about heat related illness and prevention, contact the Durham County Health Department at (919) 560-7600.
            
        
        
            
            
            
            
        
        
            
        
        
            
        
        
    
    
        
        
        
        
        
        
    
    







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