AS TEMPERATURES SOAR, LUTHERAN STRESSES SUMMER SAFETY
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Editor's Note: Lutheran Medical Center will host an ambulance dedication ceremony on Thursday, June 21 at 1 p.m. Tucker Woods, M.D., vice chairman and chief of operations, Emergency Medicine, and Bonnie Simmons, D.O., chair and SVP, Emergency Medicine, will be available to speak on the topic of heat safety. Members of the media who wish to attend, please R.S.V.P. to Nicole Hyland at 718-630-7414 or nhyland@lmcmc.com by 10 a.m. on June 21.
AS TEMPERATURES SOAR, LUTHERAN STRESSES SUMMER SAFETY
June 20, 2012, Brooklyn, NY…With Brooklyn facing record temperatures this week, Lutheran is urging local residents to take precautions against heat-related illness. Below are some helpful tips to keep yourself and loved ones safe.
Heat Safety
• Dress for the heat. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing. Light colors will reflect away some of the sun's energy. It is also a good idea to wear hats or to use an umbrella.
• Drink water. Carry water or juice with you and drink continuously even if you do not feel thirsty. Avoid alcohol and caffeine, which dehydrate the body.
• Eat small meals and eat more often. Avoid high-protein foods, which increase metabolic heat.
• Never leave children, pets, or those who require special care in a parked car during periods of intense summer heat.
• At-risk individuals (i.e. the elderly and those with underlying medical conditions) should use their air conditioner or go to a place with air conditioning. The City has opened cooling centers in air-conditioned public facilities for those experiencing physical discomfort in a heat wave. Residents are urged to call 311 or visit www.nyc.gov to find their local cooling center.
• Engage family members or other support networks to frequently check on at-risk individuals.
Water Safety
• Never leave children unattended while in or around water
• Learn lifesaving techniques like infant and child CPR
• If your child can't swim, stay within arm's reach while he or she is close to the water
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