The hottest day ever in Salt Lake City
As Salt Lake City records its hottest day, University of Utah researchers are studying how extreme heat affects health, neighborhoods, buildings, mental well-being and the electrical grid.
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Trees and lawns beat the heat
As climate change pushes cities towards dangerous temperatures, planners must balance mitigating heat and preserving water resources.
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PREVENTING HEAT ILLNESS Heat-related illnesses occur when the body is unable to cool itself efficiently after exposure to heat stressors. As a supervisor, providing information for employees to minimize heat illness is key during hot days. If employees work outdoors or are exposed to the heat for extended periods, have them follow the recommended tips […]
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HEALTHY BREAKFAST ON THE RUN By Peak Health and FitnessYou’ve heard it before, but breakfast really is the most important meal of the day. Kick start your metabolism and get your brain going by eating a healthy breakfast each morning. Aim to include whole grains, protein and even fat. This will keep you feeling […]
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SUMMER FITNESS – STRATEGIES TO TAKE THE EDGE OFF THE HEAT By Max Polin, M.S. For the training exerciser, it may not be possible to choose goal events that are in pleasant climates and out of the direct sunlight. That’s when heat acclimatizing can come to the rescue. If you have to compete in the […]
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New chiller plant will replace aging infrastructure – ensuring it will never be too cool (or too hot) for school.
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