Pediatrics
How to keep your kids out of the ER this summer
(HealthDay)—Make sure safety is part of kids' summer fun.
Jul 5, 2017
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Stay healthy and cool during the heatwave
The triple-digit temperatures forecast for this week can expose people to dehydration, heat exhaustion and even heat stroke. UC Davis Health occupational and environmental medicine physician Sheri Belafsky and sports medicine ...
Jun 18, 2021
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Heed the heat during summer workouts
(HealthDay)—People who exercise or play sports outdoors during the summer need to take steps to avoid heat injury, especially heat stroke, an expert says.
Jun 30, 2013
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Summer safety tips for the great outdoors
As you head into the great outdoors this summer, keep safety in mind, an expert says.
May 31, 2021
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Extreme heat may hasten cognitive decline in vulnerable populations
July 2023 was the hottest month on record, with cities like Phoenix experiencing record-breaking heat waves for weeks on end. A new study finds that ongoing extreme heat can worsen cognitive decline among vulnerable groups—particularly ...
Aug 15, 2023
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Sports medicine & Kinesiology
From ice baths to osteopaths: unproven therapies at the Olympics
The Paris Olympics have been a showcase not only for athletic prowess but also for therapies such as ice baths and osteopathy which have little scientifically proven medical value, according to experts.
Jul 29, 2024
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Surgery
Awareness is key to preventing heat- and cold-induced athletic injuries
Extreme heat or cold can cause dangerous and potentially fatal side effects in athletes. A literature review appearing in the December 2012 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS) provides ...
Dec 3, 2012
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Health informatics
Heat-related mortality risk is widespread across Washington state, study shows
Heat-related deaths are an issue across Washington state, and they occur even in regions that typically have milder climates, according to a University of Washington study published Aug. 30 in the journal Atmosphere. This ...
Sep 26, 2022
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How extreme temperatures can increase stroke risk
Soaring temperatures and high humidity increase your risk of heat-related issues, such as dehydration and heat stroke. Those weather extremes also can increase stroke risk for some people. Dr. Robert Brown, a Mayo Clinic ...
Jul 21, 2023
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When treating athletes for heat stroke, 'cool first, transport second'
Athletes who suffer life-threatening heat stroke should be cooled on site before they are taken to the hospital, according to an expert panel's report published in the journal Prehospital Emergency Care.
Feb 27, 2018
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