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Summertime Heat Can Be Fatal; Here Are Tips For Playing It Cool Summer doesn't even have be officially dizzy. The first symptom of heat exhaustion here yet for southerners and visitors to be af- is fatigue and becoming hot and thirsty. In ad fcctcd by very hot, humid weather. dition, dizziness, confusion, rapid or irregular Hot weather is also associated with outdoor heartbeat and headache may occur, as well as playtime activities such as exercise and yard cramps in the legs, arm, back or abdomen, work. Playing in hot If you should suffer an weather, if you do not attack of heat exhaustion, "play it cool." can become /"j/j-ZVy n f ^ nvi/J Hatcher says these arc the a healtli risk attributable to 11LJ CI! ILiS ClilCt appropriate actions to take: heat exhaustion. If you're 777 BGet out of the sun and not extra careful, the even tjlP PLClCrlV ,ic down so aie ***** wil1 more serious?and some- 1J slop generating heat. times fatal?heat stroke ^ + s^l^l "Drink water and/or can occur. Cll ? YLOl Quit3 fruit juices to replenish the Heat exhaustion and heat # 4 loss of fluids in your body, stroke are caused when the /y) pll yyj ] 11 fit P If someone suffers a heal body loses too much fluid ^ tLf-tC- stroke, be sure to lower and body sails by way of i ? i their body's temperature by sweating, and the body be- fl6?&t CI S I t V y spraying it with cold water comes overheated. When ^ to keep their body cool, the humidity is high, it re- ry^ pfiYPtnl\PK Medical treatment should duces the txxiy's ability to CCi/ C ILC /vt~o be provided as soon as pos climinate heat through the j 111 sible. evaporation of sweat. SftOMlCl fcCCl) CI Infants and the elderly During the long days of * are not able to eliminate summer, and when the \A)SI tpll~Pl 11 P\1P ^cal cas''y? 540 caretakes weather is extremely hot VVLtLU f LJ LIL \ZytZ should keep a watchful eye and humid, you should re- j on them. A hot, stuffy ally avoid any type of on tnem. home or apartment can strenuous exercise and * cause an elderly person to physical activity altogether, suffer heat illness, and according to Rita Hatcher, some elderly people arc on Brunswick County wellness coordinator. medications which can affect their cardiovas But if you are planning a day of activity cular system and thus restrict their capability under the sun, be sure to drink lots of fruit to eliminate heat. juice and/or water to cut down on your Enjoy the sun and fun by "playing it cool," body's loss of fluids. Fluid loss causes a drop and playing it smart! Practice moderation, in blood pressure which can make you feel drink plenty of fluids, and stay well. THE VILLAGE AT CALABASH 'Calabash Style' More Than Great Seafood A Great Life Style ?Beautiful Weather *Low Taxes ?Affordable Living -Lovely Beaches ?Swimming Pool 'Tennis Courts ?Water and Sewer ?Free Golf Membership TURNKEY PACKAGES FROM $50S ? MODELS OPEN DAILY NORTH CAROLINA (919)579-8444 (800)635-2568 CI993 THE BRUNSWICK BEACON MYRTlf BtACH Don't live in a Outfit Your Home Without Shelling" Out 66 Kimball's has been serving Brunswick County for 42 years. Quality furnishings, accessories, bed linens and housewares at the best prices bring you the most value for your decorating dollar. Kimball's Furniture and Kimball's Pottery & Linen have a commitment to quality, service and value! Complimentary consultation (bring your colors) Open M-Sat. 9 am-5:30 pm. Other hours by appointment. Furniture & Design Center ? Pottery & Linen Business Hwy. 17 N., Shallotte 754-8422/5505 (Furniture) ? 754-7940 (Pottery) ?1993 THE BRUNSWICK Pelican Pointe Marina ON THE INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY AT ICW MARKER 98 BETWEEN OCEAN ISLE & SUNSET BEACHES * * * OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK... * * * Pontoon Boat & Jet Ski Rentals Visit Pelican Pointe Marina for all of your boating & fishing needs? ?Wet & Dry Indoor Storage Now Available ?Gas & Diesel Fuel *lce & Beer ?Bait & Fishing Tackle 'Ship's Store ?Complete Engine Maintenance ?Bottom Painting ?Boat & Motor Sales -Fiberglass Repair Exclusive Area Dealer For Marine Outboard Motors Most Sizes Now In Stock <dOCEAN ISLE BEACi?Z> ^jf 35 Mi. to? . 2 Ml. HWY. 179 HWY. 17 Wilwlt Wilmington Shallotte PHONE: 91 9-579-6440 ? Somersett Rd. S.W. ofl Hwy. 179
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