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Recognizing the Stages of Heat Illness

Heat illness comes in different stages, with heat stroke being the most severe and dangerous of them all. A Baylor College of Medicine expert provides information on how to recognize the progression of heat illness to keep you safe while enjoying outdoor activities during the hot summer months. “Heat illness tends to happen when the […]
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“Heat illness tends to happen when the body is unable to regulate its temperature due to overexertion or extended periods of time in high temperatures,” said Dr. Maria Carmenza Mejia, associate professor of family and community medicine at Baylor. “Conditions can range from mild discomfort to life threatening.”

Heat cramps are the initial sign of heat illness. Cramps and spasms will occur due to dehydration or an electrolyte imbalance, and if not attended to, can progress to heat exhaustion. During heat exhaustion, a person will experience fever, heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, headache, or nausea.

At this stage, it is also possible for people to experience heat syncope – a fainting or dizziness episode triggered by a decreased blood flow to the brain due to standing for long periods in high heat or quickly rising from the sitting or lying position in a hot environment. Without care, heat exhaustion progresses to heat stroke.

Heatstroke is a life-threatening condition that occurs when the body’s temperature rises rapidly above 104°F and the body can no longer control its temperature and is unable to cool down. In serious cases, heat stroke can lead to seizures or loss of consciousness. Heatstroke requires emergency treatment. Untreated heatstroke can quickly damage your brain, heart, kidneys, and muscles.

Fortunately, once the symptoms of heat illness are recognized, there are simple tactics to prevent it from advancing. When heat cramps begin to set in, Mejia says to stop any physical activity and move to a cool place inside and air-conditioned, if possible. Fan the skin to cool it down and begin to hydrate. If you suspect someone is experiencing heat exhaustion, move them to a cool place and try to bring the body temperature down. If the person cannot keep fluids down or if you believe the person is experiencing a heat stroke, call emergency medical services immediately. While waiting for paramedics to arrive, try to place ice packs in the arm pit, groin, neck, and back areas.

If planning to spend excess time in the heat, Mejia encourages people to be proactive in combatting heat illness:

Wear lightweight, loose-fitting and light-colored clothing.
Drink lots of water, remembering that it is possible to be dehydrated even if you are not thirsty.
In addition to water, our body needs electrolytes. Choose an electrolyte drink or solution that’s low in sugar like sports drinks or powder-based electrolyte additives.
Try to plan your activities during the morning and evening when temperatures are cooler.
Take breaks every 15 to 20 minutes, away from the sun or heat.
Wear sunscreen because sunburned skin can impair the body’s ability to cool itself.
If you are working outside in the heat, use the buddy system in case you encounter heat illness.

“Children, elderly individuals and those with chronic conditions that hinder the body’s ability to cool itself are at a higher risk of heat illness,” Mejia said. “Children spending lots of time in the sun also may experience heat rash, which happens when sweat ducts get clogged and small bumps or blisters form. Treat this by keeping the affected area dry, cool, and undisturbed. If you are 65 years of age or older, have a friend or relative call to check on you twice a day during a heat wave.”

In addition to individual preventative measures, Mejia encourages communities to provide safe environments for people to enjoy outdoor activities during the summer months. Parks and outdoor spaces with lots of shaded areas minimize the amount of time spent in direct heat and cooling centers assist families without access to consistent air conditioning. Mejia also encourages people to be aware of communal air monitoring systems that provide reports on air quality, pollution, and ozone levels as they can provide information for people with respiratory issues.

“Access to these kinds of environments and resources can reduce the amount of heat related illnesses, so it’s important for people to be aware of these things to stay safe and healthy in hotter months,” Mejia said.

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NFL: Week Two Recap | Jalen Hurts did not fold; Caleb Williams exits game with injury

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts found Darius Cooper with nine seconds left for the game winning touchdown as his team beat the Tennessee Titans 24-20 in Nashville. Hurts finished the day 26/37 for 264 yards. He threw for two touchdowns and two interceptions. Prior to the final drive, the Eagles ran 25 plays for 45 […]
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Prior to the final drive, the Eagles ran 25 plays for 45 yards. During the final drive Hurts went 6-8 with 61 passing yards and the touchdown. Titans defensive tackle — and team captain — Jeffery Simmons said this week that the way to defend Jalen Hurts is to make him “play quarterback.”

Hurts said to Simmons after today’s game: “You started that sh**. I had to finish it.”

Running back Saquon Barkley suffered a stinger in the first half but he ultimately finished the game. He had four carries and nine yards and one catch for eleven yards. He will get an MRI for his injury, but admitted to Cameron Wolfe of the NFL Network he was fine.

Caleb Williams leaves game against Vikings with apparent lower-body injury

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was helped off the field with a right leg injury with 7:42 remaining in the fourth quarter. Williams was down, writhing in pain after scrambling to his left. After departing the injury tent, Williams raised his right fist, acknowledging the crowd while expressing his frustration. Testing will commence on Monday to find out more details about his injury.

“We’ll know tomorrow,” Johnson admitted regarding Williams’ injury. “He’s in good spirits. He’s a team player.”

Williams finished the day with 138 passing yards and one interception.

“I’m actually happy it’s nothing with the knee — that was my first inclination,” Johnson said. “But, a hamstring could be pretty damaging as well. So, we’ll see. We’ll see how bad it is tomorrow and we’ll go from there.”

Bryce Young once again dominated the Falcons

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young is 5-1 against the Atlanta Falcons and is undefeated at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Today, Young threw for 287 yards and three touchdowns as he led the Panthers to a 34-3 dismembering of the Atlanta Falcons. Georgia Tech alumnus Darren Waller caught two touchdowns and linebacker Devin Lloyd returned one of his two interceptions for a touchdown.

Cooper Rush started his second straight game for the Falcons and it did not go well. The partisan crowd voiced their displeasure after Rush completed 10/17 passes for 86 yards and two interceptions. Jack Strand entered the game for Rush prompting cheers from the Falcons fans. The rookie threw a pick-six on his first career pass attempt. Strand was the first QB to accomplish that feat since Sam Darnold in 2018 and is the first Falcons player to do that since Brett Favre in 1991. Strand finished the day with 59 passing yards and 16 rushing yards.

According to reports, quarterback Michael Penix, Jr. is expected to make his season debut this Thursday at the Green Bay Packers. His return should help the Falcons. They are the first team since the 2008 Rams to not run any plays in the red zone after the first two games to open a season.

The bright spots for the Falcons today were the Spelman College Jaguarettes performing with the Falcons cheerleaders and Florida A&M’s marching band, The Marching 100, also performed during halftime!

Jayden Daniels gets carted off after apparent arm injury

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels appeared to injure his left elbow on the final play of the first half in his game against the Dallas Cowboys. During the play, Daniels got stepped on, braced himself for the fall, and his elbow bent the wrong way. Daniels draped a towel over his head as he exited the field on the cart.

He was later ruled out.

Daniels suffered a dislocated elbow to the same arm during week nine of last season against the Washington Commanders, which led to him being shut down for the remainder of the season.

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The Complete Negotiation Framework — Every Stage, Every Tactic, Every Win

Master the complete vehicle-purchase negotiation framework with Roosevelt Gist and Roosevelt. Learn every stage, tactic, and win!
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Negotiation framework stages, tactics, and winning strategies from AutoNetwork

Roosevelt Gist and Roosevelt deliver the complete vehicle-purchase negotiation framework in Episode 8 of The Color of Our Money Is Green. This episode covers the three foundations of every effective negotiation, the full seven-stage negotiation sequence with exact language for every stage, and five of the most common dealership tactics with the specific response each one requires.
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Why signing preliminary paperwork isn’t the same as signing the final contract
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Mazda CX-90 interior with heated seats offering premium comfort.

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