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Join us, as we embrace the elements and find answers in the world around us. Below, take
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WEEKLY WEATHER
AND HEALTH FORECAST,
plus news you can use!
Mid Winter 2009
Colder than normal temperatures will continue into February across the
Northeast, Great lakes and Ohio Valley. With above average snowfall in places,
folks there are urged to monitor heart health before shoveling snow. Studies show increased blood pressure as outside temperatures drop. Available sunlight is lower as well
and seasonal affective symptoms can also occur now. Extreme cold and wind
return by the end of the month. Cloudy weather means less overall sunlight
and seasonal affective symptoms can also occur during this time of year. Vitamin D levels
can be lower during the winter, especially during extended cloudy spells. Doctors
emphasis adequate levels of vitamin D to regulate various physical and mental health
conditions.
COLD INJURIES
Thousands of Americans suffer cold injuries each year. The CDC estimates over one thousand annual deaths are caused by cold weather. These deaths are most common in the elderly and become more likely when underlying chronic diseases, medication effects, reduced ability to sense cold and generate heat, and social isolation are involved.
The two most common cold injuries are hypothermia and frostbite.
Hypothermia
Hypothermia occurss when our core body temperature drops below 95°F. Although most common in cold weather, it also happens in warm climates after prolonged exposure to cool water.
Prevention of hypothermia
- Dress appropriately by wearing layers, hats, gloves, and avoid cotton material.
- Drink plenty of fluids
- Avoid tobacco and alchohol
- Prepare emergency cold weather kits for your home and car.
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