The National Weather Service has issued multiple heat advisories over the past several days, and expects this level of heat to be present through Friday.
The Marion Board of Health reminds everyone to increase their fluid intake to decrease their personal risk of experiencing dehydration. Dehydration occurs when there is a fluid imbalance in your body and can result in symptoms such as excessive thirst, sleepiness, tiredness, dizziness, headaches, and mental confusion. To prevent dehydration from occurring, area residents are reminded to drink eight 8 ounce glasses of water daily.
Melissa Bernier, RN, BSN created a reusable (with dry erase markers) personal reminder card for residents to keep track of their daily water intake. These cards are magnetized and suitable for mounting on refrigerators. The Marion Board of Health and the Marion Council on Aging have a limited number of these cards available for area residents. Stay hydrated!