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154 died of heat stroke in New York City from 2000-11: said CDC

154 died of heat stroke in New York City from 2000-11: said CDC

By · 2019/04/17A CDC study found that heat waves caused 154 deaths, 1,600 hospitalizations, and 2,700 ER visits in NYC between 2000 and 2011. Elderly and low-income groups were most at risk.

US East Coast Endures First Official Heat Wave of Summer 2013

US East Coast Endures First Official Heat Wave of Summer 2013

By · 2019/03/20The US East Coast faced its first official heat wave of 2013, with high temperatures and health concerns rising across cities during the summer peak.

US National Heat Stroke Prevention Day on July 31

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US National Heat Stroke Prevention Day on July 31

By · 2019/03/20July 31 marks National Heat Stroke Prevention Day—a reminder to raise awareness and promote safety during high-heat conditions at work and home.

Heatstroke-Related Child Deaths on Track to Match Worst Year on Record

Heatstroke-Related Child Deaths on Track to Match Worst Year on Record

By · 2019/03/20Heatstroke led to a rise in child deaths in vehicles. Experts urge awareness, stronger laws, and technology to help prevent future tragedies.

Heat Wave: Death Valley Braces for Record Heat

Heat Wave: Death Valley Braces for Record Heat

By · 2019/03/20Death Valley faces extreme heat as temperatures near all-time highs. Tourists and staff were urged to take extra precautions.