With warmer weather fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about ways to stay cool this summer. There are a variety of heat-related illnesses that can strike you and your loved ones. These illnesses are caused by prolonged or intense exposure to hot temperatures, typically occurring in the summer months. It’s important to remember that …
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Understanding The Signs Of Heat Exhaustion
Heat exhaustion is no joke and is defined as a heat-related illness that occurs following exposure to high temperatures. It falls into two categories — water and salt — and while not as extreme as heat stroke, heat exhaustion can still pose serious health risks if not treated accordingly. This includes a progression to heat …
10 ways to die in a disaster: and how to cheerfully prevent each and every one of them
In the case of a major disaster such as an earthquake, hurricane, tornado, severe weather, or fill in the blank, there is a good chance that for a few days to a week or more, the benefits of civilization as we know it will not be readily available. Being prepared means being able to take …