Aug 13, 2024
Keep Pets Safe During the Dog Days of Summer
It’s “dog days” of summer, so here’s a helpful reminder: Heat and humidity can be dangerous to your animal companions. Be sure that your house pets can stay hydrated by placing several bowls around the house and consider limiting their intake of grain-based foods that cause metabolic spikes in body temperature, says the National Weather […]
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Aug 2, 2024
How to Dress for Extreme Heat
Dress in loose-fitting, lightweight clothing if you plan to be outdoors during extreme heat this summer. Natural fibers such as cotton, linen and silk breathe to allow perspiration to evaporate, and certain synthetics such as Coolmax are designed to wick away sweat. “Loose, billowy clothes allow air movement next to the skin and help with […]
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Aug 1, 2024
Avoid Exertion During Extreme Heat Events
With #climate change making #weather extremes more unpredictable, even simple activities such as getting the mail or walking the dog can pose health risks when temperatures spike. Ingest fluids continuously during extreme heat events even if you aren’t engaging in a strenuous activity — it’s better to prevent dehydration than react to it or suffer […]
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Jul 31, 2024
Avoid the Hottest Hours During Extreme Heat
During the dog days of #summer, it’s best to schedule any #outdoor time to avoid the #hottest parts of the day. Enjoy #outdoor activities in the morning and evening, seek out #shade, and avoid engaging in strenuous activities when the temperatures get uncomfortable, says Ledge Loungers. You may have to change up your workout routine […]
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Jul 30, 2024
Seek out Shade to Beat the Heat
Before the invention of air conditioning, people had to keep c#ool using the natural methods at their disposal. Staying out of the direct sunlight is the first rule, and #shade trees are the most cost-effective way to cool your outdoor spaces, Houzz says. Trees take time to grow, of course, but you can buy trees […]
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