It’s hot. Here’s how to stay safe with your medicines this summer
As summer arrives in the United States, people are spending more time outside, engaging in physical activity and exposing themselves to heat. This can be particularly concerning for those taking certain medicines. These medicines can affect the body's response to heat, making it harder to cool down and increasing the risk of dehydration.
They can limit sweating, reduce thirst, and affect blood flow and nerves, causing the body to retain heat. Further details are available from VA News on how medicines can impact the body's response to heat and ways to stay safe during the summer months.
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