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'Hydration boosters' or just water? Medical experts make recommendations for beating the summer heat

July 11, 2025

'Hydration boosters' or just water? Medical experts make recommendations for beating the summer heat

Doctors discuss when to use electrolyte supplements versus water for proper hydration in hot weather, with recommendations on timing and fluid intake to prevent dehydration.

‘I’m a cardiologist – here’s how the summer heat could damage your heart’

July 11, 2025

‘I’m a cardiologist – here’s how the summer heat could damage your heart’

A cardiologist explains how summer heat forces the heart to work harder as blood vessels widen, potentially triggering cardiovascular events and other symptoms.

The heat has a surprising effect on the brain — here's what doctors want you to know

July 4, 2025

The heat has a surprising effect on the brain — here's what doctors want you to know

Extreme heat can affect brain function and mental health, causing irritability, anxiety and cognitive issues, with experts providing tips to protect your brain.

'I'm an ER doctor — these are the injuries I see most on 4th of July'

July 3, 2025

'I'm an ER doctor — these are the injuries I see most on 4th of July'

Medical experts warn about July 4th health hazards, as ERs see peak visits from fireworks injuries, alcohol accidents, burns, heat exhaustion and drowning.

Rare 'tsunami' roll cloud hovers over beachgoers in popular destination spot

July 1, 2025

Rare 'tsunami' roll cloud hovers over beachgoers in popular destination spot

Portugal visitors witnessed a rare roll cloud phenomenon after an extreme heat wave, with beachgoers comparing the horizontal tube-shaped arcus cloud to a tsunami from a movie.

4 tips to get a better night’s sleep during sweltering summer temperatures

June 30, 2025

4 tips to get a better night’s sleep during sweltering summer temperatures

Dr. Michael Gradisar shares effective strategies to improve sleep quality during extreme heat, including optimizing the environment, making bedding swaps and limiting alcohol consumption.

Amtrak apologizes after heat wave trapped passengers without AC or power for over an hour

June 24, 2025

Amtrak apologizes after heat wave trapped passengers without AC or power for over an hour

Travelers were reportedly evacuated from Northeast Regional Amtrak Train 94 after being stuck for more than an hour in the Baltimore & Potomac Tunnel with no air conditioning or power. Amtrak apologized.

Brawl erupts at Coney Island beach as NYC sizzles, multiple arrested: NYPD

June 24, 2025

Brawl erupts at Coney Island beach as NYC sizzles, multiple arrested: NYPD

Brawls broke out at Coney Island Beach in New York City on Monday as hundreds gathered on the sand amid a citywide heatwave. Multiple people were arrested.

My family tried living European-style austerity. One state's insane energy agenda wants that as a model

May 22, 2025

My family tried living European-style austerity. One state's insane energy agenda wants that as a model

The push for renewable energy in Maryland leads to increased costs and legal battles, impacting families' budgets and highlighting policy challenges.

Arizona recreation area closed after hiker death and nearly 3 dozen rescues in just 2 days

April 13, 2025

Arizona recreation area closed after hiker death and nearly 3 dozen rescues in just 2 days

Arizona’s Lake Mead National Recreation Area have closed multiple trails due to dangerously high temperatures and the death of one hiker and rescue of 33 others over two days.