Ahead of four days of potentially record-matching or -breaking heat, MedStar is offering tips to help North Texans beat the heat.
According to MedStar, their crews have treated eight patients with a heat-related illness in May with five in the past two days alone.
Heatstroke is a life-threatening condition that occurs when the body loses its ability to cool itself after suffering from long, intense exposure to heat. Some of the most common signs of heatstroke include confusion, vomiting, alteration in sweating, hot and flushed skin, rapid heart rate, decreased sweating, shortness of breath, decreased urination, increased body temperature , or potentially even convulsions.
Hydrate: Drink plenty of water during the day, especially if you are engaged in any strenuous activity. Sports drinks are a good choice if you're exercising or working in hot conditions, but water is a good way to hydrate as well. Limit Activity: Heatstroke can occur in less than an hour when you are participating in strenuous activity during a hot day. If you feel yourself getting hot or light-headed, stop your activity and rest in a cool place out of the sun. Be sure to drink water or a sports drink before, during, and after any strenuous activity.
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