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Heat Advisory for Upstate NY

By Sean Tuckey, Health Systems Specialist, Acting Public Affairs Officer

Upstate NY is expected to experience a Heat Wave with the kick off to Summer this week from June 23 through June 27th.

Did you know that New York State compile a list of Cooling Shelters you can go to cool off in the high heats.   Click this link to get to directed to the site where you can enter your address  

Follow these four tips from the US Army to stay active and safe this summer

  1. Start or end your day with movement. Heat, humidity and pollution are usually most intense at midday. Plan your workout routine for the morning and evening when temperatures are cooler. Use Annie for Veterans messaging reminders to stay active. To subscribe to Annie, text “SUB BODY” to 75338.
  2. Keep your body hydrated by drinking plenty of liquids before, during and after your workout. Working out in the heat and humidity can put you at risk for dehydration, heatstroke and other heat-related illnesses. Set and track hydration goals, and other health goals, on the Live Whole Health app. The app is available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play.
  3. Use the VA Health Chat app to get quick answers to your health questions. If you experience pain or unusual symptoms during exercise, it’s important to listen to your body—and to a health care professional. Use VA Health Chat to talk with VA staff about how the heat may be affecting your health and what changes you can make to stay safe. VA Health Chat can be accessed through the VA App Store, the Apple App Store or Google Play. Veterans experiencing urgent health problems should contact 911.
  4. Incorporate aquatic exercises into your fitness regimen. Outdoor and indoor pools offer a great way to stay cool while working out. Water aerobics, swimming or deep-water walking are gentle on your joints and get your heart pumping. Find new workouts on the MOVE! Coach app, available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play.