Oakland County Health Division cautions residents to protect themselves from heat-related illness such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke, especially when temperatures are high, in the 90’s and during ozone action days. Those at greatest risk include individuals 65 years of age or older, those who exert themselves during work or exercise, infants and children up to age four, overweight people, and those who are ill or on certain medications. If you have asthma, bronchitis, or emphysema, high … [Read more...]
Health Division Offers Tips on Preventing Heat-Related Illnesses
July 16, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Oakland County Health Division, under the leadership of Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson, urges residents to take preventative measures to prevent heat-related illnesses. The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for southeast Michigan from noon Tuesday through midnight Wednesday. Individuals at greatest risk include those 65 years of age or older, infants and children up to age four, people who are ill or on certain medications, overweight people, and those who exert … [Read more...]