Tips For Minimizing Risk Of Heat Exhaustion Or Heat Stroke
(Undated) -- Heat waves can trigger heat exhaustion, life-threatening heat strokes or heart attacks. We all know we're supposed to apply sunscreen, wear light colored clothing, avoid the sun during peak hours and stay hydrated. Health experts say that means drinking eight ounces of water every 15 to 20 minutes if you're outside or without air conditioning. You want to avoid heat-related illnesses like heat stroke which is the number one cause of death during a heat event. Replenishing electrolytes is important and you can do that with sports drinks, fruits and leafy greens. If you feel dizzy, faint or your body temperature hits 103 degrees, doctors consider that an emergency and that means calling 9-1-1.