Day: July 31, 2017

Preventing overheating and heat stroke among seniors this summer

As temperatures in B.C. continue to soar—from mid to high 30s in some areas—it’s important to watch over the most vulnerable among us. Scorching temperatures have triggered health advisories and warnings about keeping seniors cool in hot weather. Extreme heat can have dire consequences for older adults. They are at a greater risk for overheating […]