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Heat exhaustion can be deadly for the elderly!
Scorching summer temperatures may have had us all sweating, but experts say the elderly are more vulnerable to the effects of heat. It is important to remember that something simple like a glass of water or a fan can be lifesavers for an elderly friend or relative trying to beat the heat.
According to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hundreds of elderly people die each year from heat-related afflictions. Older adults can be very susceptible to the heat with numerous cases of bad outcomes, death as the worst, according to doctors at the University of Minnesota Medical Center. Heat exhaustion can become heat stroke and lead to seizures, stress on the heart and strokes in some cases. The elderly are more prone to heat stress and their bodies do not adjust as well to sudden changes in temperature. That may be because the person has a chronic medical condition and is taking prescription drugs that impair the body's ability to react to rising temperatures.
That's why it's crucial to have a personal home security device. WEBCO Security's Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) is a medical alarm that preserves the independence of seniors and will enable you or a family member an immediate response in the first critical moments of an emergency with hands-free, two-way communications to our reporting and monitoring station. This can be extremely important during the hot summer months or any time of the year. Don't hesitate to give us a call or come to our showroom for a demonstration. No value can be placed on a love one's life, especially when affordable technology and peace of mind is just a phone call away.
Have a Safe Summer! The WEBCO Security Team. |
