Everyone is susceptible to the effects of high heat, but it is particularly dangerous for:
• People over the age of 65.
• Those with diabetes, heart, and respiratory problems.
• Individuals with high blood pressure.
• The obese.
• People with mental and physical disabilities.
• Infants and small children.
• Those who work outdoors.
• Those with substance addictions.
• Those who live in urban areas where there is more asphalt and cement that retains heat.
Some medications, such as antibiotics and those prescribed for skin conditions, can cause normally healthy individuals to be more susceptible to the heat, also.
Never leave children or pets in a car even with the windows open. Dangerous temperatures can be reached in 15 minutes even when the outside temperature is only 83oF.
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