Philly: Relentless... Jul 6, 2010
Both cause the body to lose water more quickly, leading to dehydration. And people should not leave children or pets unattended in cars. (The Drudge Report)
Click to read:Record Temps Grip East Coast and Hold On Jul 6, 2010
"They have less ability to tolerate the extremes of temperatures, the extremes of dehydration," Dr. Alton Barron of New York's St Luke's Hospital told Glor. And the heat this month comes on the heels of what was already a record-setting month of June in many spots. (CBS News)
Bison meat recalled over E. coli scare Jul 6, 2010
Symptoms of E.coli 0157:H7 include bloody diarrhea, dehydration and severe cramping. In severe cases, the infection can cause kidney failure. (MSNBC -- Health)
Recipes: Practice food safety at outdoor gatherings (40) Jul 5, 2010
Most people will recover at home without medication but some may require fluids to prevent dehydration. The department recommends these steps when cooking food for outdoor meals. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
High temps, budget cuts affect some July 4th galas Jul 5, 2010
As fireworks watchers gathered on the National Mall in Washington, the American Red Cross helped treat about 300 cases of dehydration. Vice President Joe Biden is in Iraq for the holiday weekend, his second visit there this year, and he attended a citizenship ceremony yesterday at one of Saddam Hussein s former hunting lodges. (Boston Globe)
A booming 4th in Boston Jul 5, 2010
With temperatures in the 90s, emergency officials warned concert-goers to drink fluids and shield themselves from the sun to avoid exposure and dehydration. They treated 253 people at medical tents on site, most for minor cuts and scratches. (Boston Globe)
Food safety tips offered for summer outings Jul 4, 2010
When it comes to outdoor gatherings the four basics of food safety still apply, said Sharon McDonald, nutrition, health and food safety coordinator with the Penn State Cooperative Extension in Blair County. Clean, separate, cook and chill. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Colorado bison meat recalled after link to E. coli Jul 4, 2010
E. coli is a potentially deadly germ that can cause bloody diarrhea, dehydration and, in severe cases, kidney failure. The USDA said the recalled bison meat was sold to stores nationwide between May 21 and May 27. (MSNBC -- Health)
Hyperemesis Gravidarum - Not Just S... Jul 3, 2010
Because the symptoms of Hyperemisis Gravidarum are usually ones that involve excessive vomiting and lack of appetite, the most common complications are dehydration and malnutrition. This being so, treatment for Hyperemisis Gravidarum involves restoring and replenishing the electrolytes and other nutrients the body is missing. (Suite101.com)
NHS alum stars in court; city slaps public in face Jul 2, 2010
Brownlee died a month later due to pneumonia related to malnutrition and dehydration. ADVERTISEMENT. (Nogales International, AZ)
'I Wanted to Die': Hellish Morning Sickness Jul 1, 2010
Some doctors disparagingly call them -- women who are so nauseated during pregnancy that they can barely function, lose weight and often end up on an IV in the hospital to avoid dehydration and malnourishment. Moreover, doctors often have little expertise to help women like Batra who so desperately want to carry their babies to term. (ABC News)
Brown bill would extend jobless benefits Jun 30, 2010
Byrd died Monday at 92 after being hospitalized for dehydration, his office said. From Washington to Byrd s beloved West Virginia, lawmakers, aides, law enforcement officials, and journalists spent much of yesterday on preparations for the event. (Boston Globe)
- Veteran US Senator Byrd dies at 92 Jun 29, 2010
At first Byrd was believed to be suffering from heat exhaustion and dehydration, but other medical conditions developed. He had been in frail health for several years. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Omaha Man Found Near Missouri Valley Jun 29, 2010
Police said he was suffering from dehydration and is in fair condition. Gibbons disappeared from his home near 50th and Q streets on Saturday afternoon. (7 KETV Omaha)
Robert C. Byrd, Powerful Senator, Dead at 92 Jun 29, 2010
was admitted to a Washington area hospital a week ago, suffering from what was believed to be heat exhaustion and severe dehydration as a result of the extreme temperatures in the nation's capital. By Sunday afternoon, other conditions developed, and 's health took a turn for the worse. (ABC News)
Sen. Byrd, 92, in D.C. Hospital ‘Seriously Ill’ Jun 28, 2010
Byrd was initially thought to suffer from dehydration and heat exhaustion due to an extended period of high humidity and temperatures in the Nation s Capitol exceeding 90 degrees. The is reporting further complications were found when doctors examined the 92-year-old senator. (Human Events Online)
Sen. Byrd hospitalized in serious condition Jun 28, 2010
Robert Byrd, 92, was admitted to the hospital for what was believed to be heat exhaustion and dehydration ... Byrd, 92, was admitted to the hospital for what was believed to be heat exhaustion and dehydration following recent high temperatures in. (USA Today -- News)
REPORT: BYRD SICKNESS COULD SINK WALL STREET REFORM... Jun 28, 2010
In a statement Sunday, Byrd s staff said the senator was admitted to the hospital late last week, suffering from what was believed to be heat exhaustion and severe dehydration as a result of the extreme temperatures. He was expected to remain in the hospital not more than a few days. (The Drudge Report)
Measles outbreak kills 82, infects thousands in Malawi Jun 26, 2010
The most serious complications include blindness, encephalitis, severe diarrhoea and dehydration, ear infections or severe respiratory infections such as pneumonia. Kabuluzi said government had embarked on a vaccination campaign, focusing on rural Malawi where 80 percent of the 13 million population lives. (AlertNet)
Elderly can suffer from self-neglect Jun 26, 2010
According to an educational flyer from social services, signs of neglect include an untreated medical condition, malnourishment, dehydration, animal infested living quarters, lack of food or inadequate food, uneaten food over a period of time, accumulated newspapers or debris, unpaid bills, inappropriate or inadequate clothing, hazardous living conditions and not taking medications as prescribed. Jones and Deronda Brightwell, a social worker who works in APS, agreed that depression and isolation... (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Keep Your Kids Safe From Harmful Summer Heat Jun 26, 2010
Symptoms: dehydration; fatigue; weakness; clammy skin; headache; nausea/vomiting; rapid breathing; irritability. Treatment: cool place, loosened clothing, food/water, cool bath. (W-USA News, DC)
Heat emergency for Cincinnati this weekend Jun 26, 2010
The elderly and the very young are most at-risk to exposure, heat stroke and dehydration. Merz said we need to be aware of our bodies. (FOX19.com, OH)
Trainers help high school athletes practice safely in summer heat Jun 26, 2010
Dehydration can lead to heat exhaustion, which can lead to heat stroke and, in some cases, death, said Dr. Scott Maughon, chairman of sports medicine at Gwinnett Medical Center ... Heat injury starts with mild dehydration but is most severe when it's heat stroke, Maughon said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
The long game Jun 25, 2010
"The other challenge is dehydration as they would lose about one to two litres of fluid an hour and we know that, if a tennis player loses 2% of their body weight through fluid loss, their mental and physical performance will suffer," he says. Recovery. (BBC News -- Health)
McChrystal replaced by David Petraeus Jun 24, 2010
He briefly collapsed during Senate testimony last week, apparently from dehydration. It was a rare glimpse of weakness for a man known as among the military's most driven. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Woman sues Subway over sickening sandwich Jun 23, 2010
Bush-Bailey said she was treated for dehydration, pain and nausea at a local hospital after eating her usual Subway order: a tuna sandwich with lettuce, tomato and green pepper. Bush-Bailey's attorney, Drew Falkenstein, said many more people may have been sickened in the outbreak but because they never sought medical help, they haven't been counted. (MSNBC -- Health)
SFD offers safety tips on how to deal with summer heat Jun 23, 2010
Many people could be at risk for dehydration, especially children, elderly and people with underlying health conditions. Local meteorologists have predicted temperatures to reach 100 degrees over the next few days, and that means this heat could pose a dangerous health risk if not dealt with properly. (KSLA.com, LA)
Many Diabetics Unaware of Heat Hazards Jun 22, 2010
Many patients surveyed, she noted, had less-than-optimal glycemic control during the summer, which could also increase their risk of dehydration. She and other researchers analyzed 152 surveys on heat awareness taken by diabetes patients at a clinic in Phoenix. (AZCentral -- Health)
Have a healthy vacation Jun 21, 2010
Be sure to stay hydrated, especially if you're driving: Dehydration can lower blood pressure and make you feel dizzy or drowsy ... And be aware that sweating can quickly bring on dehydration. (WSFA.com, AL)
"Biggest Loser" Contestant: Show "Hurts" People Jun 19, 2010
Hibbard claims that contestants on the show were pressured to exercise even when severely injured, and to diet by dehydration. She says they were also told to ignore the advice of nutritionists and listen to the show's trainers. (CBS News -- Health)
Four Loko: Is New Party Brew "Liquid Cocaine?" Jun 18, 2010
In addition, both caffeine and alcohol are diuretics, so mixing them can cause dehydration. A dehydrated body is slow to process alcohol, and that can interfere with "coordination, balance and ability to regulate body temperature," according to the site. (CBS News -- Health)
New way to learn about anaplasmosis tick disease Jun 17, 2010
After a three-to-six-week incubation time frame, the cattle may have a fever, increased heart/respiration rate, muscle weakness, watery, thin blood, constipation, nervousness, anemia, lack of appetite, depression, drop in milk yield, dehydration, jaundice-color mucous membranes and reproductive disorders. Surviving cattle harbor low numbers of infected blood cells for the rest of their lives. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Regulators consider broadening testing for E. coli Jun 17, 2010
Symptoms include bloody diarrhea, dehydration and, in severe cases, kidney failure. It is the only strain the USDA considers an adulterant in meat, requiring regular screening and recalls. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Health services warns about summer heat Jun 16, 2010
Students can fall victim to dehydration, heat exhaustion or heat stroke ... Rhonda Rahn, health education coordinator for Student Health Services, said dehydration causes people to lose focus and might cause them to pass out ... Some students still fall victim to heat-related injuries, dehydration being the most common. (The Battalion, TX)
Petraeus briefly collapses at Senate hearing on Afghanistan Jun 16, 2010
Gen. David Petraeus, the head of Central Command, blamed his brief collapse in a Senate hearing Tuesday morning on dehydration and lack of food. Petraeus joked that he had felt lightheaded but added the condition was not caused by questioning from Sen. (TheHill.com)
Adjust routine when heat rises Jun 15, 2010
Limit caffeine and sun exposure within 24 hours of exercising to avoid dehydration. Work out outdoors when the temperature is moderate and humidity levels are very low -- the morning or in the evening. (Florida Today)
Respite house a place for homeless to heal Jun 14, 2010
" She slept on benches in Walmart dressing rooms, spent nights roaming the aisles of a 24-hour drugstore and slept outside in the rain. Within weeks, Kramer collapsed and ended up back in the hospital. In addition to her chronic medical problems, Kramer also suffered from dehydration and pneumonia. This time, social workers arranged for Kramer to go to the Sunshine Lady House for Mental Health Wellness ery. That center, run by the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board, helps adults with... (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Gulf Oil Spill Workers Report Health Problems Jun 12, 2010
BP and the U.S. Coast Guard have said dehydration, heat, food poisoning or other unrelated factors may have caused the workers' symptoms. The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals is investigating, the Associated Press reported. (MEDLINEplus)
Ways to Fight Aging Jun 11, 2010
Dehydration on the other hand, makes the skin look dull, lifeless and leathery, puts a greater strain on the vital organs of the body and causes a build up of toxic sludge, which can have far reaching and detrimental consequences. Skin care to prevent aging. (Suite101.com)
BP in Wyoming Jun 11, 2010
The company allegedly vented volatile organic compounds and triethylene glycol and failed to obtain a permit before installing a third dehydration unit at its Monell Production Battery in Sweetwater County. In June 2009, Anadarko agreed to pay $1,500 for allegedly pushing mining materials over an embankment covering native topsoils in Johnson County. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Las Cruces Agency Collecting Fans For Those In Need Jun 10, 2010
There are people that die every year just from heat related death, heat stroke, dehydration, heat injury, and it can also affect the brain functioning, said Maryann Matros of Encompass Home Health in Las Cruces. Encompass is a nursing agency that takes care of people from in their own home, but with scorching heat sometimes those homes aren't so comfortable. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
3 Hikers Dehydrated, Rescued From Mountains Jun 7, 2010
Fire officials said the hikers, ranging in age from 21 to 28 years old, ran out of water and were beginning to feel the effects of dehydration around 12:30 p.m. It took more than five hours for crews to reach them and safely escort them down the mountain. "They actually started pretty early in the morning and I think that's part of the problem. I think some people think theyll be done before the real hot part of the day hit, but they don't really realize how much water it takes," said Deputy... (KFOXTV.com, TX)
'Glass Proteins': New Way to Deliver Medications Jun 7, 2010
Hydration Potential of Lysozyme: Protein Dehydration Using a Single Microparticle Technique. Biophysical Journal, 2010; 98 (6): 1075-1084 DOI. (Science Daily)
Bird washers hard at work as Gulf spill toll grows Jun 6, 2010
Once brought to the center, the birds are treated for dehydration and other conditions and fed before the difficult clean-up operation begins. Because the crude that clings to the pelicans' feathers is so sticky, they are first bathed in warmed vegetable oil. (AlertNet)
Top Way to Lose 20 Pounds This Year Jun 6, 2010
Sipping on cool water throughout the day helps to keep away dehydration. A properly hydrated body will not hold onto liquids. (Suite101.com)
Saint Vincent settles child death lawsuit for $1 million Jun 5, 2010
He also ordered a bolus, or large dose of fluids, be injected intravenously into the child to treat dehydration. Both treatments were to be delivered "stat," or immediately. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Man Loses Memory and Walks 100 Miles in Bare Feet Jun 5, 2010
" Mark's last memory before he disappeared on May 21 was eating breakfast at Frenchay Hospital, where he was staying under observation. Police launched a massive search but could not find him. Then on Sunday morning a shopper in the Sainsbury's car park spotted Mark in a dazed state. The former driving instructor was taken to hospital, where doctors found that apart from dehydration he was in good condition. He was diagnosed with Non Epileptic Attack Disorder a form of seizure after several... (Fox News)
Portsmouth Regional Hospital puts ER wait times online Jun 4, 2010
The new technology was piloted by several Hospital Corporation of America owned hospitals and is designed for patients with relatively minor medical conditions such as a sports injury or dehydration not for those with chest pain or other potentially life-threatening health issues. Those patients should call 911 so they can receive life-saving measures in the ambulance prior to reaching the hospital. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Symptoms and Causes of Low Blood Pr... Jun 3, 2010
Dehydration Dehydration is a common cause of low blood pressure ... Dehydration can also cause fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, fever and weakness ... If dehydration is severe, it can cause hypovolemic shock which can be life-threatening. (Suite101.com)
Allergic to pregnancy Jun 3, 2010
I think I saw two friends in that time because I was absolutely overwhelmed with what was happening and mortified that this very much wanted pregnancy had turned me into this vomiting person who wasn't able to do her job or communicate properly with anybody," she says. Sydney mother-of-two Tegan Hole had terrible nausea and vomiting throughout her pregnancies but says she tried to play it down because she felt it was part of having children and that she had to be stoic and not whinge. "I think... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Could Protein Shakes Harm Your Health? Jun 2, 2010
Experts say too much protein can lead to dehydration and digestive problems, increase your risk for osteoporosis, and for some people, cause kidney problems. And now, an investigation appearing in the July issue of Consumer Reports finds that some protein drinks could be toxic, if you take too much. (CBS News)
Treat Enlarged Pores, Naturally Jun 2, 2010
Pores allow the natural oils (sebum) to reach the skin s surface, hydrating it and protecting it from environmental dehydration. It permit s the hair to grow out. (Suite101.com)
Different tonsillectomy techniques may result in fewer complications Jun 1, 2010
Potential major complications include: post-operative hemorrhage, dehydration, and anesthetic and airway risks ... When looking at the average age of dehydration and post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage, the authors observed that the younger patients had more episodes of dehydration, while older patients tend to have more episodes of post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage. (EurekAlert!)
A sacrifice unforgotten May 30, 2010
After the first day, hopelessness and dehydration made them turn on one another. Some of them imagined others were hoarding food and water, or that they were Japanese, and they began to attack each other with knives. (Boston Globe)
Natural Constipation Remedies: Reli... May 28, 2010
According to the National Institutes of Health, drinks that contain caffeine should be avoided because they can cause dehydration. Constipation Relief: Alternative Methods. (Suite101.com)
BABY LEFT TO FRY ON BEACH HAS 40% BURNS... May 26, 2010
" Plastic surgeon Baljit Dheansa was consulted over the case. Yesterday he warned the injuries could have been life-threatening if the baby's blisters had caused fluid loss, leaving him at risk of dehydration, low blood pressure and kidney failure. Advertisement And local health promotion specialist Carolyn Syverson said: "Babies are particularly at risk of sunburn and heatstroke. Very young children should be kept in the shade when the sun is at its hottest. (The Drudge Report)
What to Expect at the First Prenata... May 26, 2010
The urine is tested for any bacteria as well as protein and sugar, which can be signs of diabetes or dehydration. Laboratory Tests Performed at First Prenatal Visit. (Suite101.com)
Small RNA Controls a Bacterium's Social Life May 25, 2010
The hardy spores have a drastically reduced metabolism and resist various stresses such as starvation, dehydration and temperatures that would kill growing cells. Because some M. xanthus cells are directed to support the structure of the fruiting body while other, arguably more fortunate cells are directed to form surviving spores, many scientists believe M. xanthus represents a good model for studying the origins of cell differentiation within microbial social groups. (Science Daily)
Area nears record high May 25, 2010
Drink more water during hot weather to avoid dehydration. Rapid weight loss of 2 pounds or more may be a sign of dehydration. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Youth triathlons grow with Brevard trainers May 24, 2010
"It's going to be very laid back, teaching the basics, how to have fun, safety on the bike, nutrition, how to overcome dehydration," Enlow said. "It's not this aggressive Ironman kids triathlon."The reason I planned this timing, we're trying to prepare them if they want to do the family tri in Titusville on July 31. (Florida Today)
Congo Pastor Loses 9 Out Of 10 Children In War May 24, 2010
He says his first wife died of dehydration and diarrhea while they were fleeing fighting in 1994. He remarried and now has 12 children with his second wife. (CBS News -- World)
4Knock Back a Cold One, It's Good for You» May 22, 2010
It turns out that beer and fitness really do go hand-in-hand, despite the beverage s bad reputation (beer bellies, dehydration, public drunkenness, bar brawls, frat boys, etc ... However, don t pass up a pint the night before a big workout for fear of dehydration seems that some beer won t dry you out as much as you thought. (Fox News)
Tips for a Healthy Vacation May 15, 2010
Also, drink bottled water or fruit juices to prevent dehydration on long flights. 2010 Newsmax. (Newsmax)
Romaine lettuce recall expands May 13, 2010
He suffered from gastrointestinal problems including bloody diarrhea and dehydration and was hospitalized on April 14 for treatment. "We have a new form of deadly E.coli to contend with," said food safety lawyer Bill Marler, who is representing Cardinale. (CNN)
Christus expands Westover Hills campus May 8, 2010
The physicians and staff of the pediatric inpatient unit will be able to treat routine diagnoses, such as pneumonia, respiratory syncytial virus, dehydration, urinary tract infections and asthma for newborns to teenagers. The staff will also be able to provide general surgical services, such as appendectomies, tonsillectomies and circumcision. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
