/tags/heat-exhaustion Heat Exhaustion en-US Copyright Wed, 21 Aug 2024 18:24:04 GMT /texas-news/2024-08-21/north-texas-ups-workers-union-leaders-heat-safety UPS workers and union leaders held a rally outside a UPS facility in McKinney on Wednesday calling for changes to heat safety protocol. Wed, 21 Aug 2024 18:24:04 GMT /texas-news/2024-08-21/north-texas-ups-workers-union-leaders-heat-safety Penelope Rivera /texas-news/2024-08-19/north-texas-ups-driver-crashes-heat-union A Longview UPS driver crashed into a tree Friday after passing out from heat exhaustion, according to union officials. Mon, 19 Aug 2024 21:46:37 GMT /texas-news/2024-08-19/north-texas-ups-driver-crashes-heat-union Penelope Rivera /health-wellness/2024-07-22/why-you-need-to-be-careful-on-hot-days-if-you-take-certain-medications A Parkland Health pharmacy specialist explains why overexposure in high temperatures can make people on certain medications more sensitive to heat. Mon, 22 Jul 2024 10:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2024-07-22/why-you-need-to-be-careful-on-hot-days-if-you-take-certain-medications Sam Baker /health-wellness/2024-07-03/fireworks-heat-and-covid-19-north-texas-health-experts-safety-tips-for-the-fourth-of-july As North Texas prepares to celebrate Independence Day Thursday and throughout the weekend, doctors share best practices for fireworks, heat and COVID-19 safety. Wed, 03 Jul 2024 20:29:35 GMT /health-wellness/2024-07-03/fireworks-heat-and-covid-19-north-texas-health-experts-safety-tips-for-the-fourth-of-july Toluwani Osibamowo /news/2024-07-03/a-new-federal-rule-could-offer-protection-from-extreme-heat-to-millions-of-workers A proposed rule from the the Occupational Safety and Health Administration would for the first time set in place regulations to better protect workers from extreme heat. Wed, 03 Jul 2024 10:19:08 GMT /news/2024-07-03/a-new-federal-rule-could-offer-protection-from-extreme-heat-to-millions-of-workers Alana Wise /texas-news/2023-08-09/north-texas-summers-are-getting-hotter-that-puts-outdoor-workers-at-risk Experts say outdoor workers need to stay hydrated, wear protective clothing, and use the "buddy system" on the job to keep an eye out for heat-related illness. Wed, 09 Aug 2023 11:00:00 GMT /texas-news/2023-08-09/north-texas-summers-are-getting-hotter-that-puts-outdoor-workers-at-risk Stella M. Chávez | The Texas Newsroom /health-wellness/2023-07-25/tarrant-county-heat-death-toll-climbs-to-5-experts-share-tips-on-staying-safe-cool Five Tarrant County residents have died from heat-related illnesses in July so far. Now, health experts are urging caution, especially when working out in the sun. Tue, 25 Jul 2023 19:43:45 GMT /health-wellness/2023-07-25/tarrant-county-heat-death-toll-climbs-to-5-experts-share-tips-on-staying-safe-cool Sandra Sadek | Fort Worth Report /health-wellness/2023-07-12/limited-regulations-make-texas-workers-responsible-for-preventing-on-the-job-heat-injuries In triple-digit temperatures, drinking water frequently and resting in the shade are minimum safety measures for avoiding injuries and deaths. But they are not applied to every job site. Wed, 12 Jul 2023 15:00:28 GMT /health-wellness/2023-07-12/limited-regulations-make-texas-workers-responsible-for-preventing-on-the-job-heat-injuries Francisco Urganda | The Texas Tribune /health-wellness/2023-07-12/8-mistakes-to-avoid-if-youre-going-out-in-the-heat You can still enjoy the outdoors this summer despite the scorching weather, if you're smart about it. Here's what to watch out for and how to stay safe. Wed, 12 Jul 2023 14:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2023-07-12/8-mistakes-to-avoid-if-youre-going-out-in-the-heat Allison Aubrey, Carmel Wroth /health-wellness/2023-07-07/texas-heat-wave-health As the Texas heat wave continues into July, public health officials are encouraging people to notice the signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses. Fri, 07 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2023-07-07/texas-heat-wave-health Elena Rivera