UNMH Health Experts Warn of the Risk of Heat-Related Illness

How to recognize and prevent heat-related illnesses as temperatures rise in Oregon

Heat-related illnesses can affect anyone. Officials say prolonged exposure to extreme heat without relief can cause health issues ranging from mild to severe and, in some cases, even death. According to the National Weather Service, your body’s ability to cool itself down is challenged during extreme heat. As your body temperature rises quickly and dehydration occurs, your risk of suffering from a heat-related illness increases. In Oregon, a rar…

UNMH health experts warn of the risk of heat-related illness

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – As temperatures soar across New Mexico, doctors are seeing more heat-related hospitalizations and deaths. Data from the New Mexico Department of Health shows heat-related deaths, hospitalizations, and emergency room visits nearly doubled from 2019 to 2023. "Just the other day, we saw someone who had been in an accident, I can't remember if it was a scooter or a bicycle, but had like deep burns on their skin from where they we…

Doctors stress to protect yourself from heat-related injuries

Over the next few days, Central California will be heating up. While warmer weather can be fun, it does take a toll on our physical health.

Expert Warns Common Medications Increase Heatwave Health Risks

Certain medications can increase the risk of heat-related illness, so staying hydrated and consulting a doctor during hot weather is essential. The post Expert Warns Common Medications Increase Heatwave Health Risks appeared first on Psychreg.