Intense heat can be a real problem for the human body. Many people move to or visit southern Florida because of its sun and fun, but the sun can also be a potentially dangerous thing. Especially for those who are over 50, heat stroke is a serious and potentially fatal problem. Heat stroke, often called sunstroke, is a medical emergency. Heat stroke doesn’t come on...
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Summer Ailments – 5 Common Ones
With summer vacations, picnics and outside sports upon us, it is important to recognize some common summer ailments that occur during the summer months. The combination of the increased heat, less protective clothing and venturing outdoors, can bring about conditions that you normally would not find during the winter. Dehydration: this very dangerous condition can lead to...