With the Summer ramping up into full swing, it’s more important than ever to take care of yourself while out and about in the sun. We spoke with Marshall County Public Health Director Sydney Grewell yesterday about the importance of taking care of yourself in the summer.

Sydney also goes on to say that even if you’re avoiding a sunburn by applying sunscreen, there are still things, like heat exhaustion, that can cause issues for people.

Grewell says heat exhaustion is something that most if not all of us have experience and maybe not known because they symptoms aren’t as sever. That said, if those symptoms aren’t treated, it can lead to heat stroke which is far more severe. So make sure while you’re out and about this summer, you’re taking care of yourself by drinking plenty of water and keeping cool!

David Braga – KFJB News Reporter