VIDEO: How to spot (and prevent) heat-related illnesses

Category: News
Posted On: Jul 1, 2020

NEW ORLEANS -- We all know Summers are hot here in Louisiana. Did you know the heat can also make you sick?

Heat-related illnesses are quite common, but you may not be familiar with the symptoms.

Touro Family Medicine Physician, Dr. Meredith Maxwell, spoke with local news channel Fox 8 WVUE about recognizing signs of heat-related illness and how you can protect your family while enjoying the Summer fun.

More helpful tips can be found on our blog and in our health library.

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