Thursday, July 21, 2011

Q&A: GBMC Doctors Discuss Heat Wave

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Q&A: GBMC Doctors Discuss Heat Wave
Hospitals often see an uptick in heat-related illnesses during such heat waves, including dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. We sent some questions to Greater Baltimore Medical Center Drs. Nazish Khan and Clara Anizoba. ... read more

Elderly at Greater Risk for Heat Stroke, Experts Warn
THURSDAY, July 21 (HealthDay News) -- The risk of heat-related illnesses, such as heat stroke and heat exhaustion, increases with age, experts at the US National Institute on Aging warn. As people get older, the researchers explained, they are less ... read more

Avoid Heat Stroke: Drink Before You're Thirsty
Heed some tips to avoid dangerous illnesses like heat stroke. FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- The heat wave that has engulfed much of the country will smother Fairfield County for the next few days and it's prudent to keep in mind some practical ways you, ... read more

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