Record High Temperatures in California Has Dennis Collins Insurance Agency Urging Residents to Stay Safe in the Heat
San Mateo, CA (PRWEB) July 25, 2013 -- The temperatures are hot and they are only getting hotter here in California! For many, the heat means a day spent at the beach and is welcomed – especially in California. However, since 1979, the CDC says, excessive heat exposure has caused over 8,000 deaths in the United States.
When bodies are unable to compensate for the heat and cool off – by sweating – a person’s temperature continues to rise rapidly. This can cause many heat-related conditions such as heat exhaustion and, more severely, heat stroke. It is important to note that when the humidity is high, these risks are greater. And with California experiencing some of the hottest summer temperatures yet, according to the National Weather Service on July 9, 2013, residents need to prepare.
At Dennis Collins Insurance Agency, protecting California residents is the passion of the agents. When it comes remaining in good health and the heat, the agency has some tips for residents.
First, remember that the greatest at risk for heat related illness are the elderly and the very young, as well as people with chronic diseases. Other conditions that relate to risk can include:
• Sunburn
• Alcohol
• Prescription medication use
• Obesity
• Fever
• Dehydration
To keep health protected and a priority during extreme heat, it is important to:
• Stay hydrated and always remember to drink plenty of water, regardless of activity level
• Wear sunscreen to avoid overexposure to the sun and sunburn, which can cause heat related illness
• Dress in loose fitting, light colored clothing to remain cool
• Keep the inside of homes cool. Remember, fans will not always prevent heat-related illness when the temperatures exceed 90 degrees, seeking shelter elsewhere is more important in those cases.
It is important to monitor those at high-risk and always educate children on the symptoms of heat-related illness and actions to take should they feel sick. Common sense always prevails, especially in these types of situations. Feeling ill from the heat is not something to be taken lightly. Always remember to remain calm, drink water and relax should you feel any symptoms – and always call a doctor if it is serious.
In California, Dennis Collins Insurance Agency is a reliable source of information for all health-related issues, including health insurance. Residents who want to learn more about affordable health insurance are encouraged to give the agency a call today – they are always happy to help!
About Dennis Collins Insurance Agency:
Since its beginning in 1977, Dennis Collins Insurance Agency has focused on the same thing: providing excellent customer service. When California residents turn to the agency for their insurance needs, personal attention and concern isn't just a promise, it’s a guarantee. Agents make it a point to get to know the needs of their clients on an individual level. This enables the agency to provide customized insurance solutions that manage risk, and protect everything important in the lives, families and businesses of California residents. Advisors, friends and trusted insurance agents are the foundation of Dennis Collins Insurance Agency for the last 35 years, and always will be.
Jenn Nottage, Astonish, http://www.astonish.com/, 401-921-6220, [email protected]
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