A national heat dome brought brutal heat and summer weather across the United States. But as the summer continues, it just gets hotter — a phenomenon Louisianans know well.
But a social summer outside is not out of the question. Preparing to spend a day outside at the Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival festival in New Orleans or the Shrimp and Petroleum Festival in Morgan City can be daunting, but these tips can help to stay healthy.
Dr. Jeffrey Kuo, the system medical director of emergency management at Ochsner Health and leader of health initiatives for big events like the Super Bowl and Jazz Fest, said heat related illnesses are common at these festivals.
“If not managed appropriately, and if people are not prepared,” Kuo said. “This is can ultimately result in very severe or significant medical conditions or issues.”…