Heat-Related Illness Prevention

Those who participate in outdoor activities during hot temperatures and poor air quality days are at an increased risk for heat-related illness, such as heat stroke, cramps, and exhaustion, and even chronic lung conditions such as asthma, lung cancer, etc.

Simple steps can be taken to help reduce heat-related illness during hot temperatures and poor air quality days, such as checking smog alert-air quality advisories; proper fluid intake and stretching, before, during and after activity; wearing proper clothing and sunscreen; and reducing sun exposure between the hours of 10:00am and 4:00pm. For further information on protection you and your family, see the tips and guides below:

Tips for Preventing Heat-Related Illness (CDC)

Heat-Related Guide for Seniors (NIA)

Protective Clothing to Protect from Heat-Related Illness

A Guide to Air Quality and Your Health (EPA)

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Last modified on 09/26/2008 .