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January jobs report: Unemployment rate falls to 4%, wages rise more than forecast; Trump signs order imposing sanctions on International Criminal Court over investigations of Israel; Ten Commandments in public schools debate reaches South Dakota; Virginia ranks among worst states for wage theft; Mexican long-nosed bat makes appearance in Arizona.

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During Black History Month, a new book shares how a unique partnership built 5,000 schools for Black students, anti-hunger advocates say ag communities would benefit from an expanded SNAP program, and Americans have $90 billion in unpaid medical bills.

As Nevada bakes, health experts share tips to stay safe

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Wednesday, July 10, 2024   

Nevada, like many other states in the West, just endured its hottest June. The broken records indicate yet another summer of extreme heat, and could be cause for concern as July and August are typically the hottest months of the year. Clark County alone saw a total of 294 heat-associated deaths last year, according to the Southern Nevada Health District. And that's a number health experts fear may rise.

Dr. Sunita Kalra, a family physician at Intermountain Health, said they've seen a consistent flow of patients suffering from dehydration, which can affect people of any age.

"So we've seen a lot of dehydration; in some really extensive cases, we have seen some heat exhaustion and other-related illnesses that require hospitalization. The extreme heat especially that we are experiencing is very serious, and it can really affect everybody that's exposed to it," she explained.

Kalra said it's important to take precautions like drinking plenty of water, about 60 to 90 ounces a day. Eating a proper diet can also go a long way and avoiding strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day, from about noon to p.m., is a smart idea. She encourages everyone to apply sunscreen to protect their skin and check in often on people who are older or medically vulnerable, as well as pets.

Donna O'Shea with UnitedHealthcare said for those who do experience heat-related illness or injuries, a virtual doctor visit can be the first step in assessing what types of care will be needed, and added that it also lets patients make informed decisions with their health-care providers from the comfort of their own home.

"Most of the time if it's related to hydration or a heat stroke, if you're able to keep fluids down, virtual care can help you determine how much and how long to wait before you go to the emergency room. Same thing even for sunburns or for bike safety, 'Do I need to go in? Do you think I need stitches?' And we don't think about that," she said.

O'Shea said virtual care can grant individuals, parents and families the reassurance they need to make informed medical decisions. She adds, in many situations, it is also the less expensive and more time-efficient option.

Disclosure: UnitedHealthcare contributes to our fund for reporting on Health Issues. If you would like to help support news in the public interest, click here.


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