heat protection
Humans Run on H2O: Stay Hydrated with These Tips

Humans Run on H2O: Stay Hydrated with These Tips

Getting dehydrated can be dangerous for anyone, but especially older adults, young children, and people who work or exercise outside in the heat. The good news is, dehydration is preventable. There are simple ways you can work water into your routine. Many times, your...

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How Hot is Too Hot to Exercise Outside?

How Hot is Too Hot to Exercise Outside?

Because Pennsylvania has long-lasting winters and cold weather that often lingers into springtime, everyone wants to be outside as much as possible when summertime emerges.     Exercising in the warm weather can be beneficial for your health. But, if the...

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Stay Cool While Pregnant with These 5 Tips

Stay Cool While Pregnant with These 5 Tips

Pregnant women have a high degree of heat intolerance as it is, but in the summer it can be unbearable. Thankfully, there are great tips and tricks to beat the heat and keep Mommy and baby comfortable this season. Because the extra blood flow boosts a pregnant woman’s...

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What Is Humidity Doing to Your Body?

What Is Humidity Doing to Your Body?

Summer is perfect for spending time outdoors, taking in vitamin D, and making memories with your family. When the heatwave of summer rolls around, protection from overexposure to sunlight isn’t the only thing you need to worry about.   Humidity, the amount of...

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