David Baxter PhD
Late Founder
It's the end of June, beginning of July. There are heat waves in various parts of Canada and the US and record heat waves in Europe.
Seems like a strange time for the Mayo Clinic to post this little bulletin.
Winter weather tip: Watch for signs of frostbite
Mayo Clinic
June 29, 2019
When working or exercising outside in cold weather, be alert for warning signs of frostbite: numbness, loss of feeling or a stinging sensation. Frostbite is most common on exposed skin, such as cheeks, nose and ears, but it can also occur on hands and feet. If you think you may have frostbite, get out of the cold and slowly warm the affected area without rubbing. If numbness continues, seek emergency care.
References
Seems like a strange time for the Mayo Clinic to post this little bulletin.
Winter weather tip: Watch for signs of frostbite
Mayo Clinic
June 29, 2019
When working or exercising outside in cold weather, be alert for warning signs of frostbite: numbness, loss of feeling or a stinging sensation. Frostbite is most common on exposed skin, such as cheeks, nose and ears, but it can also occur on hands and feet. If you think you may have frostbite, get out of the cold and slowly warm the affected area without rubbing. If numbness continues, seek emergency care.
References
- Winter fitness: Safety tips for exercising outdoors. MayoClinic.org. Winter fitness: Safety tips for exercising outdoors - Mayo Clinic
. Accessed Sept. 8, 2016.
