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Oklahoma doctors, cancer survivor warn of sun danger Published: Sat, May 26, 2012 Doctor advises using proper sunscreen Read More
Heat illness arrives in central Oklahoma Published: Sun, May 13, 2012 During heatstroke, the person stops sweating as his cooling system breaks down. That can lead to brain damage and death if the person isn't cooled and hydrated quickly. Read More
Heat-related illness defined Published: Sun, May 13, 2012 Heat-related illness defined Read More
Oklahoma City Community College to offer water safety fair Published: Sat, May 5, 2012 Water and sun safety tips will be offered during the May 19 fair at Oklahoma City Community College. Read More
Plan and prepare for winter Published: Tue, Oct 18, 2011 Autumn brings thoughts of rising utility bills. For some, heating costs aren't merely an annoyance, but have become a bill that needs to be well planned for. Now is a good time to prepare for the upcoming colder temperatures. The following are some strategies to prepare for cold weather: Bulking up: Pull out the... Read More
Tips to keep winter colds at bay Published: Wed, Sep 14, 2011 As colder weather hits, everyone starts playing a waiting game -- when, exactly, will they get sick? It's no big secret that adults and children are more likely to catch colds in the wintertime. This isn't because germs hibernate all summer, but because dry air and confined spaces make catching respiratory... Read More
Here are some tips to help beat the heat Published: Tue, Jun 7, 2011 Don't let the seasonal heat get the best of you. Take precautions to avoid overheating -- yourself, your family, your pets. A few simple steps can help you be safe. Read More
EPA asks everyone to fight cancer on 'Don’t Fry Day' Published: Mon, May 23, 2011 EPA encourages residents to learn about and practice sun-safe behaviors this Don’t Fry Day to reduce overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation – the main cause of skin cancer. Read More
Mental Health First Aid for Veterans: Free Webcast on Wed, Nov 10 Updated: Thu, Nov 4, 2010 Challenges facing soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan include anxiety, depression, and post traumatic stress disorder as well as substance abuse and traumatic brain injury. Read More
Teen motorcycle racer killed in crash at Indy Published: Sun, Aug 29, 2010 INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Marion County coroner says a 13-year-old motorcycle racer has died after crashing at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The coroner says that Peter Lenz sustained "traumatic injuries" on Sunday and was pronounced dead several hours after he fell off his bike and was run over by another... Read More
Health Threats Increase Along with Temperatures Published: Thu, Aug 12, 2010 During heat waves, many susceptible people are at risk of developing dehydration and heatstroke. As the body tries to maintain a normal temperature, exposure to high heat causes profuse sweating, increasing heart rate and respiration. Increased flow of blood through the lungs and skin helps reduce body temperature. Read More
Are you ready for the heat? Updated: Sun, Jun 20, 2010 Summer heat is a drain on one's system. The National Weather Service offers these tips for beating the heat: Heat Safety Tips Dress for the heat. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing. Light colors will reflect away some of the sun's energy. Wearing a hat is also a good idea, or use an umbrella.... Read More
City, state brace for winter weather Updated: Thu, Feb 25, 2010 Another round of snow is forecast for Oklahoma beginning tonight and crews are gearing up for the challenge. Oklahoma City's Street Maintenance Division prepared Thursday to work on designated snow routes and other major roadways. The regional snow routes can be found at http://www.okc.gov/snow/index.html... Read More
How safe is it to use last year's sunblock? Updated: Thu, Jul 9, 2009 Once a bottle has been opened, the ingredients that prevent sunburn begin to lose their effectiveness. Chances are good that if the bottle was left out in the sun, bacteria have developed, as well. With skin-cancer rates soaring, it’s best to toss it. This year, buy only what you think you will use up in one... Read More
Shelter preparation Updated: Fri, Mar 6, 2009 Have you prepared a shelter kit for use if severe weather hits? Or have you checked your kit to make sure all items are ready? The Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management and the National Weather Service recommend that you collect the following items and store them in your safest place where you plan to... Read More
Smog levels put residents on high alert Updated: Wed, Aug 15, 2007 Officials issued the second consecutive ozone alert for the Oklahoma City and Tulsa areas for today, fearing dangerous smog levels. Smog reached unhealthy levels Tuesday in the Tulsa area and high levels in most of the state's eastern half. The state Department of Environmental Quality expects more today. By 1:30... Read More
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Season's first heat alert issued Updated: Tue, Aug 14, 2007 Minor text fix Read More
Football practice opens amid heat concerns Published: Tue, Aug 8, 2006 DEL CITY (AP) - The death of a student at nearby Douglass High School was on the mind of at least one Del City High School football player Tuesday as the team took to the field on the opening day of practices across Oklahoma. Junior receiver Keno Meadows said he knew Chris Stewart, who died last August from... Read More
Heat's toll mounts as respite arrives Published: Wed, Aug 2, 2006 TULSA, Okla. (AP) - Excessive heat continued to take a toll on people, crops and livestock in Oklahoma, but some areas might see a break in triple-digit weather gripping the state. On Wednesday, the total of heat stroke deaths in the state hit 16, two more than for all of 2005. Included in that number is a... Read More
CPR course offered Published: Tue, Aug 1, 2006 If one of your loved ones suddenly collapses at home, do you know how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation until help arrives? Norman Regional Hospital has announced a free event Sunday to train community residents to perform the life-saving procedure. About three-fourths of cardiac arrests occur at... Read More
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