Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell, tells Nevada Independent to stay alert and be mindful as summer temperatures rise.

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Summer is finally here, providing opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, gather with loved ones, get more physically active and perhaps travel. While the season generally offers more time to indulge in these pleasures, there are some things to keep in mind as temperatures increase.

Keep baby cool. Most people are aware of the dangers of leaving a child in a car or participating in physical activities in the extreme heat. These are typical conditions that can increase the possibility of suffering from heat exhaustion or a heat stroke. However, getting heat exhaustion or a heat stroke is not limited to the outdoors. Both also can occur inside of a house.

When putting a child down for a nap, ensure that there is adequate air conditioning or cool air circulating in the room. Babies and young children are not able to verbally communicate so you may not be able to identify the typical signs of heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Be aware of some of the early symptoms including irritability, loss of appetite, increased thirst, or any change in behavior that is not baseline for the child.

Additionally, it’s important to recognize the differences between heat exhaustion and a heat stroke, though the two share similarities…

See what else Dr. Curry-Winchell has say in the full post the Nevada Independent as she discusses why it is important to stay alert and be mindful as summer temperatures rise.

 

Nevada Independent: Stay alert and be mindful as summer temperatures rise