LMH admitted six people for heat-related illness in past month

Lawrence Memorial Hospital, 325 Maine.

Be careful!

In July, Lawrence Memorial Hospital's emergency room treated 31 patients with heat-related symptoms of which 6 were admitted.

Today, LMH treated 3 people.

Here are some tips to prevent heat-related illness from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment:

• Spend more time indoors. If a home is not air-conditioned, spend time in public facilities that are air-conditioned.

• Drink plenty of water. Drink water even if you are not thirsty.

• Avoid caffeinated and alcoholic beverages.

• Wear loose light colored clothing and sunscreen.

• Schedule outdoor activities carefully; try to schedule activities early in the day or later in the evening.

• Limit outdoor activities; take frequent breaks to cool off.

• Monitor people at high risk — elderly, children and pets.

• Eat light meals

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