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As we experience some uncomfortable humidity in the Northwoods this week, you may have heard the term “corn sweat” being thrown around.
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In hot weather, the body works harder to regulate temperature
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The heat will be particularly worrisome this weekend across wide stretches of Nebraska, Illinois, Wisconsin and Iowa, where forecasters are warning of extreme temperature impacts.
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Dr. Daniel Krause, a cardiologist with Aspirus Health Care, says heat affects those with heart disease in various ways, primarily through dehydration
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16 children have died due to heatstroke so far this year in the United States
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Newly compiled data show in states like Wisconsin, climate change prolongs the number of days with temperatures above 90 degrees
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Urban heat islands, made worse by climate change, can push up temperatures and bring on more air pollution in larger cities. Now, a Milwaukee project is giving public schools resources to remove a key source of the heat-trapping effect
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In the Northwoods, cold is normally more of a problem than heat.Many schools don’t have air conditioning systems.
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Animal rights voices say as hot stretches become more common, it is important for pet owners to take short- and long-term precautions to keep their four-legged companions safe
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With temperatures expected to get above 90 degrees in the coming days, recognizing the early signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke are vital - and at first - it likely won't seem too bad