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The first thoughts of snow often brings visions of skating, skiing, snowboarding and other winter sports activities, leaving many people to rush out to embrace these sports before they are physically ready. Lake Geneva, Wisconsin (PRWEB) December 16, 2012 The first thoughts of snow often brings visions of skating, skiing, snowboarding and other winter sports activities, leaving many people to rush out to embrace these sports before they are physically ready. This enthusiasm can lead to...

Published in Wilderness & Environmental MedicineFrostbite can be a minor injury or a life-threatening condition. In the June issue of Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, a panel of experts has published evidence-based practice guidelines issued by the Wilderness Medical Society (WMS) for the prevention and treatment of frostbite to guide clinicians and disseminate knowledge about best practices."Frostbite can be a devastating injury that afflicts many people who are in the prime...

While winters can be a wonderland, as we undertake outdoor activities, we need to be mindful that cold temperatures also challenge our bodies and present serious health risks. When core body temperature lowers, it decreases circulation and threatens vital organs. Here are some common winter health hazards that can be prevented with proper preparation, and tips for staying healthy during the remaining winter days. Rhinebeck, NY (Vocus/PRWEB) February 08, 2011 The entire nation has been...

As severe winter weather impacts the Kansas City area, residents are taking extra precautions against the plummeting temperatures, icy winds and snowy streets. For most of us, these precautions include extra time scraping windshields and wearing one more layer of clothes. However, Kansas City Home Care, Inc., Overland Park, KS, is urging families throughout the metro area to take extra precautions to help their elderly family members feel safe and remain healthy this winter. Overland...

Step Out Safe and Warm with the Right Winter Boots Improving Everyday Footwear Protects Feet From Freezing Temperatures Columbus, OH (Vocus) December 9, 2010 Along with snow and ice comes the increased risk of injury from slips and falls. And for people who suffer from poor circulation, freezing temperatures also bring the dangers of frostnip and frostbite. "Even though I'm an avid skier, I still get tired of the cold," said Dr. Gregory C. Berlet, board-certified foot and ankle...

Northwestern Medicine expert offers tips for cold weather safety CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2010 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- It's beginning to feel a lot like winter. Freezing temperatures, snow storms and slippery sidewalks are just around the corner. The first snowfall is expected to hit Chicagoland this weekend and as the snow falls and the temperature drops, it is important for residents to remember to stay safe while enjoying their favorite winter activities. Weather conditions over the next few...

Hypothermia and other cold-related heath problems resulted in more than 6,000 U.S. hospitalizations and 827 deaths in 2006, health officials said. A report by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, said of the 6,182 cold weather-related hospitalizations: -- Men accounted for about 40 percent more hospitalizations for exposure to cold weather than women. -- People age 65 and older were the most likely to be hospitalized,...

As sub-zero temperatures are being reported across the United States, doctors warn of frostbite danger. Exposure to very cold can cause the skin cells to become frozen and damaged -- sometimes permanently -- and bad cases may necessitate amputation. Signs that areas may be frostbitten include feeling numb or hard and frozen and appearing waxy, white, or grayish. It takes only minutes for exposed skin to become frostbitten if the temperature falls below 20 degrees F and the wind is blowing...

HARRISBURG, Pa., Jan. 14 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A surge of arctic air forecast to arrive in Pennsylvania on Thursday will bring hazardous wind chills that could lead to serious health problems, the Health Department warned today. Temperatures across Pennsylvania are expected to range from the single digits to minus 10 tomorrow, with wind chills forecasted to drop to 5 to 30 below zero. "Taking preventive action can help you reduce the risk of hypothermia, which is a very real threat...

While people often pamper their feet in the summer, good foot care is essential in winter, two U.S. podiatrists advise. Podiatrists James McGuire and Howard Palamarchuk at Temple University in Philadelphia say the season's falling temperatures, drier air, and icy, wet conditions contribute to foot problems. The first step to weather-wise foot care is a good, waterproof shoe with traction and enough room to wear two pairs of socks -- a light synthetic sock that wicks moisture to a thicker...