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Seven Tips to Beat the Heat (from Amica Insurance)

It's going to be hot out there today. Amica Insurance and the Centers for Disease Control have the following seven ideas to help.

The following is a release from Amica Insurance and the Centers for Disease Control.

"The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says air conditioning is the best way to prevent heat-related illness and death. People who don’t have air conditioning at home may want to seek relief with family members or friends, or even at a local mall. Many communities also offer heat-relief shelters.

The CDC also offers these safety tips for dealing with the heat:

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  • Wear light-colored, loose-fitting, breathable clothing.
  • Stay indoors as much as possible. Try to limit outdoor activity to morning and evening, and rest often in shady areas.
  • Drink often to stay hydrated, and avoid drinks with caffeine, alcohol or sugar.
  • Take cool showers or baths.
  • Never leave children or pets in a closed, parked vehicle.
  • Protect yourself from the sun with a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses and sunscreen – SPF 15 or higher. Put on sunscreen 30 minutes before going outside, and reapply it as directed.
  • Use the stove and oven less to keep your home cooler, and try not to eat hot or heavy meals; they add heat to your body.

These tips were brought to you by Amica Insurance and the Centers for Disease Control. Stay cool.


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