With temperatures expected to reach the upper 90s this weekend health professionals are offering advice to prevent heat-related illness.
From heat exhaustion to heat stroke there are a number of afflicitions that can be brought on by warmer temperatures. Newman Regional Health emergency room director Aaron Watters says there is a host of warning signs you should be vigilant of.
Watters says with sudden drastic weather changes like we have recently seen, individuals may be more susceptible to these conditions.
Watters explained when it comes to preventing heat stroke or heat exhaustion it is important to pre-hydrate with an equal balance of water and sports drinks.
Symptoms of heat stroke include a lack of sweating, red or hot skin and a loss of cognitive functions. If you or someone you know is showing these symptoms Watters says to first lay down and slowly begin to cool the body with a cool mist. Cooling the body too rapidly can result in shock to the individual. To listen to the interview with Aaron Watters in its entirety visit the KVOE Audio Vault at KVOE.com.
