Heat wave safety for older adults - The Landmark

Heat wave safety for older adults - The Landmark

Experts are forecasting that 2025, especially this summer, will be particularly hot, which may pose heightened health risks for older adults, according to a University of Southern California study.1 Seniors may be more susceptible to heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke as well as complications from chronic conditions including diabetes and high blood pressure that are worsened by extreme heat. How older adults can stay cool Plan ahead – F…