Find thousands of health videos at icyou.com Welcome to the Pulse Four-Point-ten. Does the heat have you cranking up the AC and fleeing to the nearest pool? Well you're not alone. According to researchers at Stanford University, record-high temperatures may soon become the summer norm for North America and other Nations in more tropical zones. In this episode of the Pulse, we'll share information and tips to help you beat the heat. While a change in temperature is nice, a drastic rise can impact your health in a number of ways. In this video from the University of Connecticut Health Center, you'll learn the dangers of heat, and the health hazards of too much exposure. The video also shares advice from primary care physician Dr. Rebecca Andrews. There are a number of risks of becoming overheated, and some are more severe than others. This video from RealQuestions.Tv talks about the most severe form of heat illness, Heat Stroke. Hear how a heat stroke impacts the body and learn the warning signs as well as treatment options. Everyone reacts differently to the heat, and it's important to know how symptoms can vary. Dr. Sophia Lal talks about prevention, identifying signs and treatment of heat related illnesses. She also discusses the differences between heat exhaustion, heat cramps and heat stroke. While the summer heat does pose some serious health threats, there are steps you can take to make sure you stay safe while still enjoying that vitamin D. In this video from ...
Health Concerns Some summertime health concerns include heat exhaustion, dehydration, and healthy dieting. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke can occur due to extreme temperatures and over-exertion. Symptoms may include sweating, rapid pulse, and faintness. Heat stroke can be a result of heat exhaustion with symptoms such as a high temperature, nausea, and dry skin. Everyone is at risk for heat exhaustion, ranging from runners to mothers. Therefore, it is important to plan ahead for when you are going to be outside during the summer and make sure you wear lightweight clothing. Great summertime foods that can help you stay hydrated include chilled gazpacho soup and melons. Also, when you are barbecuing, remember not to leave food outside for longer than an hour. There are over 76 million cases of food poisoning a year, particularly during the summer, due to spoiled food from the summertime heat. It is also important to protect your eyes from the sun. Wearing sunglasses will help protect your eyes from UVA rays, which can damage your eyes and increase your chances of cataracts. Make sure your sunglasses block at least 99%-100% UVA and UVB radiation. To treat bug bites and rashes, try using oral antihistamines or topical smoothing agents like calamine lotion, hydrocortisone or rubbing alcohol. Featuring CVS Pharmacist Usheema Thomas (original airdate: 5/20/11) This information is brought to you by The Doctors. For more information on CVS/pharmacy, please visit: www.cvs.com.
