Posts Tagged With 'sun exposure'

Know the Signs of Heat Exhaustion

Know the Signs of Heat Exhaustion

With the temperatures heating up, many of us will be spending more and more of our time outside. The summer is a great time to really enjoy the outdoors. A lot of us take this opportunity to swim, boat, hike, camp, and more. However, as fun as all this outdoor summer activity is, there is a threat that lurks around the proverbial corner.     Heat exhaustion is a...

Posted on June 28, 2017Read More

How to Identify and Treat Heat Stroke

How to Identify and Treat Heat Stroke

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...

Posted on April 13, 2017Read More