Under conditions designed to better mirror real-world conditions, a new study finds that adults 65 and older are affected more by heatwave-like temperatures than previously reported. The study included intermittent bouts of light activity and was published in the Journal of Applied Physiology.
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Dr. David Winter shares how ongoing heat is causing illness.
David Winter, MD, at Baylor Scott & White Health, answers the most common patient questions and reacts to the latest medical research. Are we seeing more heat-related illness because of the ongoing extreme heat? (SOT@ :14, TRT :20) Cooler weather…
It’s Hot Outside, Stay Hydrated
This week, Carol Nwelue, MD, at Baylor Scott & White Health, answers common patient questions and reacts to the latest medical research. With temperatures increasing in the summer, what are some symptoms of dehydration? (SOT@ :14, TRT :19) What should…