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KATC tested turf, grass, and playground surfaces in Lafayette Parish. Some hit above 160 degrees during the heat wave.
When dogs are outdoors during the hot summer months, providing abundant access to shade and water is essential. A thick tarp ...
The SENSOR program, funded by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), monitors pesticide-related incidents of injuries, illnesses, and deaths at the state level, tracking ...
Elevate your backyard with modern built‑in grill designs that blend style and function, creating the perfect outdoor ...
Sports aren’t what they used to be. Season schedules shift, air quality drops, and extreme weather causes more delays than ever. Whether you’re a player or a fan, the effects are hard to ignore.
Artificial grass may seem like the answer for a vibrant, green lawn all year long that requires little maintenance, but it ...
Hannah Evans spoke with a local doctor who sees cases of heat exhaustion and heat stroke every summer and wants to make sure you know the difference.
Here's how to avoid heat-related illness in Texas as temperatures climb near 100 degrees, according to a Houston doctor.
Amid cresting heat waves around the globe, Dr. Katelyn Moretti of the Warren Alpert Medical School relays the risks of high ...
Higher summer temperatures are resulting in more children seeking emergency care for heat-related illnesses, with nearly 1 in 5 needing hospitalization, according to new research from UT ...
Heat exhaustion is the most common heat-related illness and can lead to dehydration. Heat exhaustion symptoms include: If individuals experience these symptoms, they should move to a cool spot, rest, ...
A Physician on Sports Physicals, Beating Heat-Related Illness A Physician’s Take on Sports Physicals, Beating Heat-Related Illness The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends a child sees their ...