Loading ...Dr. Dan Danila, a hospitalist at Bon Secours St. Mary’s hospital, offers advice for recognizing signs of heat related illness and how to avoid them. Â According to Dr. Danila warning signs of heat exposure include:
- leg cramps
- muscle spasms
- fever
- fatigue
- losing consciousness
Dr. Danila recommends beating the heat by drinking lots of water – at least 1 gallon and up to 2 gallons a day. He also advices avoiding the mid-day sun from noon until three pm, taking a multi vitamin supplement, seeking shelter and shade and checking on elderly neighbors.
If you feel ill or suspect you may have heat related illness, contact your doctor or a medical professional right away. If you need a doctor, contact us at 804-359-WELL, if it is an emergency, dial 911
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