Hot day? Cool down

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Posted July 8, 2016

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Hot day. Cool down.

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Stay cool
Keep your body temp cool to avoid heat-related illness

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Stay hydrated

Because your body loses fluids through sweat, you can become dehydrated during times of extreme heat.

Stay informed
Stay updated on local weather forecasts so you can plan activities safely when it is hot outside.

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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