Sun, Heat Exposure Could Pose Serious Risks
Staying Healthy Means Staying Hydrated, Doctors Say
POSTED: 8:09 pm PDT May 3,
2004
UPDATED: 9:11 pm PDT May 3,
2004
SAN DIEGO -- While San Diegans love the sun, health officials warn people to stay out of it while record-breaking temperatures scorch the county.
Temperatures reached 90 to 100 degrees in most parts of the county Monday. It only takes a few hours of exposure at these temperatures for the body to show signs of heat exhaustion, extreme dehydration and heat stroke, NBC 7/39 reported.
Doctors say drinking plenty of water can mitigate the effects of heat exhaustion. Other ways to stay cool include taking cool baths and staying indoors."Drinking liquids is the key," said Jim Dunford, M.D., ER director at UCSD. "You probably need to drink more than the average 6 to 8 glasses of water a day."Seniors and children are most at risk for heat exhaustion. Symptoms include headache, fatigue and nausea, NBC 7/39 reported.The heat wave is expected to continue through Wednesday.
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