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Happy Fourth of July (almost)!<\/p>\n

As per usual this time of year, temperatures have been soaring, so while you’re celebrating with barbeques and fireworks, don’t forget to check on your elderly loved ones during the day if they aren’t with you.<\/p>\n

You may already know that seniors are more vulnerable to heat. But do you know why\u2014or what to look for? WRAL.com, in Raleigh, North Carolina, reports:<\/p>\n

Health experts said aging bodies can lose the ability to regulate internal temperature. As the body\u2019s temperature rises, so does the chance of serious health complications. \u2026<\/p>\n

Confusion, dizziness, increased heart rate, nausea, muscle cramps and the inability to sweat are all symptoms of heat-related illness [said Dr. Colleen Casey with Rex Hospital].<\/p>\n

Casey advises staying hydrated by drinking something like Gatorade, which is non-caffeinated and provides electrolytes. But that’s not always enough.<\/p>\n

The heat can also aggravate certain medical conditions, the article points out.<\/p>\n

Many towns have “cooling centers” for seniors who need an air-conditioned place to go during the day. Those include local senior centers. If you know someone who needs a ride, just give us a call.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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