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Summer is a time for being outdoors, but experts say Missourians should take precautions to keep a fun day in the sun from becoming a serious medical problem.
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When it’s hot outside, people tend to reach for the water. But too much of a good thing can be a problem. Recently, a young woman died from drinking too much water in a short amount of time, and a young boy was hospitalized after doing the same thing.
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Exposure to extreme heat, and especially prolonged exposure, can cause serious health complications, including heat exhaustion and heatstroke.
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The hot weather of summer means a lot more swimming to cool down but thee are some safety tips one should take to keep everyone safe during a dip.
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With the temperatures increasing as much of they have been, it's good to know the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
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The WBGT measures heat stress to keep student athletes safer in excessive heat.
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Many people are turning to swimming to cool off from the summer heat, but there are some precautions to take. OSF HealthCare has some tips on staying safe in the water.
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SSM Health says to drink fluids and take breaks.