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How to keep young athletes and active kids safe in hot weather
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How to keep young athletes and active kids safe in hot weather

August 19, 2024 by Samuel Schimelpfenig, MD, FAAP, FACSM, American Academy of Pediatrics Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhether a child plays organized sports or just loves being active outdoors, hot weather can pose serious health concerns. As temperatures in all parts of the U.S. trend upward, kids face a rising risk of weather-related illness such as...

Hot weather can bring on kidney stones: Here’s how to cut your risk
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Hot weather can bring on kidney stones: Here’s how to cut your risk

by Cara Murez Kidney stones are something most folks want to avoid at all costs, but few may know that the chances of developing this excruciating condition rise during the hot months of summer. Luckily, it is possible to take steps to prevent stones from forming, primarily by increasing water intake and making small changes to your...