Stay cool and hydrated in the summer heat

Stay cool and hydrated in the summer heat

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Public Health warns that hydration key as kids face heat during summer games

Parents warned to watch for heat exhaustion in kids playing summer sports Public Health officials remind parents to watch for signs of heat exhaustion in kids playing outdoor summer sports like soccer, baseball, and football. As temperatures rise, children are more at risk because they may not recognize early warning signs. Key symptoms include dizziness, headache, nausea, heavy sweating, and pale or clammy skin. Kids may also appear tired, conf…

Atrium doctor shares tips to stay safe during extreme summer heat - 41NBC News

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent is sharing tips to stay safe during the summer heat. Dr. Timothy Griffin from Atrium Health says June, July and August typically bring an increase in the heat index, humidity and overall UV index. Griffin says these conditions can lead to problems with heat exposure, dehydration and impact vulnerable people. Griffin adds that pets, children and the elderly are most at risk. “It kind of goes on…