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Ask the Pet Expert: Overheated dog
My dog loves running in the yard, but I worry in the summer. What signs should I look for that he may be getting overheated, and what should I do if he exhibits them? Early signs of heat stroke include panting, bright pink gums, strong pulses, vomiting,...
Tags: Vomiting, Symptoms, Diarrhea, Physical Conditions
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State school board adopts concussion regulations
The Maryland state school board adopted regulations Tuesday that require more concussion training for those responsible for student-athletes and beef up protocols for addressing head injuries. In addition, the board will convene an advisory board to...
Tags: High School Sports, Teaching and Learning, Montgomery County (Maryland), Students, Lobbying
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Of course global warming is a threat to human health
While I applaud Tim Wheeler for shining a light on the risks of climate change in his recent article "Rising temperatures increase health risks" (May 10), I'm saddened by these three esteemed universities investing time and effort into researching what...
Tags: Global Change, Lobbying
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Rising temperatures increase health risks
Summer is almost here, and with it likely some blistering hot days. A recent study suggests the elderly should beware when the temperature spikes, because they face an increased risk of winding up in the emergency room short of breath on those days. And...
Tags: Medical Research, Global Change, Environmental Pollution, Air Pollution, Diseases and Illnesses
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Georgia Gould back out front among U.S. mountain bikers
If you knew what actually happened to Georgia Gould in 2008 as she regained consciousness on a stretcher in California, IV sticking into her arm, your first question might be a lot like Georgia's. What happened? She knew she'd blacked out on the...
Tags: Greektown, Awards and Prizes, Physical Conditions, Ghana, Roland Park
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Harford libraries to serve as cooling stations Friday and Saturday
With heat index values expected to reach nearly 105 degrees on Friday, June 29 and Saturday June 30, Harford County Public Library's 11 branches will serve as cooling stations for Harford County residents in need of relief from the heat. Each Harford...Tags: Physical Fitness and Exercise, Salt, Physiology, Fever, Symptoms
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Baltimore fire closures delayed in wake of severe storm
Three Baltimore City fire companies that had been slated to permanently close Sunday will remain open for four more days due to the weather, a department spokesman said Saturday. Fire officials have decided to keep the three companies open until Thursday...
Tags: Companies and Corporations
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More than 300,000 still without power after deadly storm
A deadly storm, fueled by extreme heat and humidity, left Maryland in a state of emergency that continued Sunday, with hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses without power, with some residents expected to remain in the dark over the next week.
The...Tags: Natural Resources, Hurricanes, Anne Arundel Medical Center, Charles Street, Tropical Weather
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More than 257,000 still without power in extreme heat
BGE officials continued to scramble Sunday to restore power to nearly more than 257,000 customers as the area suffered with temperatures near 100 degrees for a third day and braced for a chaotic Monday-morning commute.
After the state was rocked Friday...Tags: Baltimore Weather, Hurricanes, Belvedere Square, Pikesville, Restaurant and Catering Industry
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Marathon training for beginners
Safari Charles of Owings Mills learned a few important lessons after running her first half-marathon last year. Wear shoes that fit, or your toenails may turn black. Run with a group for motivation (and for those days your husband would rather sleep in)....
Tags: New York City Marathon, Union Memorial Hospital, Festive Events, Running, Road Running
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Laurel pools, cooling centers open for heat relief
Due to the forecast high temperatures and humidity, and to provide relief for those residents still without power, city officials will open pools early and maintain cooling centers at the Laurel Armory and Robert J. DiPietro Community Center. The armory,...
Tags: Baltimore Gas and Electric Co., Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry
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Harford heat wave over? One death locally tied to weather.
After a nearly two-week long heat wave, Harford County is finally getting a break from the high temperatures, which state health officials say contributed locally to the death of a Pennsylvania man Saturday. There have been 13 heat-related deaths in...
Tags: Baltimore Weather, Baltimore Gas and Electric Co., Medical Procedures and Tests, Bel Air (Harford, Maryland), The Weather Channel (tv network)
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