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Thursday, July 16, 2020
BRIDGEPORT, CT (July 16, 2020) – With the hottest days so far this summer heading into Connecticut during the next few days, doctors at Bridgeport Hospital are sharing advice to keep people safe and healthy. The combination of warm temperatures expected to reach the low- to mid-90’s plus high humidity may push the heat index into the triple digits.
“People have to take the initiative and protect themselves from the heat,” said Rockman Ferrigno, MD, Bridgeport Hospital’s chair of Emergency Medicine. “The elderly and very young are the most vulnerable.” Dr. Ferrigno added that heat stroke is most often seen in the elderly during and following a heat wave as well as athletes participating in extreme heat. Fortunately, heat waves often come with some advance notice and people need to prepare and be reminded of the dangers.
“This short cluster of very hot and humid weather is the first so far this summer and likely not the last so everyone should take precautions,” Dr. Ferrigno said.
While summer is a fun season with a lot of outdoor activity, doctors caution people not to exert themselves too much in hot weather. Bridgeport Hospital’s emergency department offers advice on how to avoid heat-related illnesses:
“You might be suffering heat-related illnesses if you suddenly feel weak, sweat excessively, and experience leg cramps, nausea or vomiting,” said Dr. Ferrigno. “It is very important to treat minor symptoms appropriately to avoid a more serious heat stroke. Drinking fluids is crucial. If the heat illness is so severe that the person is unable to drink, they should immediately seek care at an emergency department.”
As the use of pools increases, these safety tips should also be followed:
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