It\u2019s summertime and as the heat rises, so can health risks. That’s why it’s important to be aware of heat-related illness symptoms while enjoying outdoor activities. You are especially vulnerable if you have a chronic health condition or take medications that can impact your response to heat and impair your body\u2019s ability to regulate your internal temperature properly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Some signs and symptoms that indicate you may be suffering from a heat-related illness: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Be especially aware of these heat-related red flags that require immediate medical attention:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Overheating indoors is as real as overheating outdoors. During the hottest days of the summer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whether inside or outside:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you experience the above symptoms while in a high heat situation, visit an urgent care center or contact your\u00a0primary care provider (PCP) immediately. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you don\u2019t have a PCP, now’s the time \u2013 before you’re sick \u2013 to establish yourself with one:\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
* When you visit an in-network doctor or facility.\u202f
** Available to Blue KC members in plans with exclusive access to Spira Care Centers. For costs and further details of the coverage, including exclusions, any reductions or limitations, and the terms under which the policy may be continued in force, see your insurance broker or contact Blue KC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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