UW Health Expert in Wisconsin provides advice & information on safety amidst extreme heat
(WFRV) – Most people have likely heard about the massive heatwave set to hit parts of the United States and Wisconsin, but it's critical to know how to manage and handle the extreme temperatures.
The high temperatures could cause heat-borne illnesses or other severe issues if proper steps aren't taken. Local 5 spoke with a University of Wisconsin Health expert to learn more.
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Doctor Matteo Perrone, a UW Health Family Medicine Physician, spoke to Local 5, giving insight on ways to manage the heat, emphasizing hydration.
'For a male adult, we recommend 64 ounces of fluid per day,' Dr. Perrone said. 'If you're planning on spending time outdoors, your fluid intake will have to be even higher, and if you are sweating, electrolytes will be essential.'
If people don't take steps to manage and combat the heat, serious symptoms could occur, Dr. Perrone said, with initial issues varying from dizziness and cramps.
'Dizziness, lightheadedness, cramps and fatigue are some of the initial stages when your body temperature starts to rise,' Dr. Perrone said. 'When your body temperature reaches a point that it can't regulate anymore, that's when confusion happens and you can pass out.'
Dr. Perrone emphasized that a fan won't be enough at all, as they don't help cool you off, it just gives the sensation of feeling cool without lowering the body temperature.
In a release from Emplify Health by Bellin, the same was said regarding consuming fluids and avoiding electric fans as the answer. People are recommended to stay indoors and near air conditioning, as it can help their bodies stay cool when they go out into the heat.
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While exercise is crucial to health, people should be advised to limit outdoor physical exercise. Those who choose to exercise outdoors must keep hydration levels up, especially with electrolytes, and limit activity to the morning or evening when temperatures are at their lowest.
Additionally, lightweight, loose and light-colored clothing is critical, as it reflects heat. Those who are outdoors should also consider wide-brimmed hats and sunglasses, with sunscreen marked at least SPF 15.
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