With temperatures expected to reach into the high 80s to low 90s over the next few days, the New Jersey Department of Health (DOH) are encouraging residents to take steps to avoid heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
\”Heat stroke is a life-threatening condition and heat exhaustion can also require hospital care,\” said Health Commissioner Mary E. O\’Dowd. \”In extremely hot weather, it is vital to drink plenty of fluids, spend time in cool places and reduce or reschedule any physical activity. And please remember to check on elderly family members and neighbors to make sure they are safe.\”
Prolonged heat and humidity can present a serious health hazard, especially for young children, the elderly and persons taking certain medications.
To avoid health complications from excessive heat:
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