Time to Play It Cool - Tips to Protect Yourself from Extreme Heat

ROSEMONT, Ill., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As summer temperatures climb, heat illnesses become a more serious risk, particularly for young children, older adults, outdoor workers, athletes and people with chronic conditions. It is important to understand the impact of prolonged periods of high heat and humidity on your body. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) encourages people of all ages to stay cool this summer by taking proper precautions to preventing heat illness.