During these hot summer days we can all use a reminder to keep cool,
drink fluids and lie low to prevent heat-related illness.
Older adults, infants, pregnant women, people who have chronic diseases
and those who work outside or in hot environments are most at risk for
heat-related illnesses. On hot days, people need access to air conditioning or
shade and those who are working outside should be sure to drink more fluids to
stay hydrated.
It is also a good idea to check on the elderly and
relatives who live alone to make sure they are able to stay cool.
For more on how to recognize and prevent heat illness: http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/environmental-health/heat/index.html
Use the Maine Tracking Network to find data about heat illness in
Maine: https://data.mainepublichealth.gov/tracking
