Doctor warns of excessive heat risks

An excessive heat warning is in effect through Tuesday evening

for central and eastern sections of the state.

Sanford Health Dr. Mike Bergeron (BERZH'-er-on) tells South

Dakota Public Broadcasting that heat-related issues come in stages,

with early-onset heat exhaustion treatable with hydration and about

15 minutes of rest in a cool spot.

He says without relief, it can get worse and develop into

exertional heat stroke. A person who is rapidly overheating can

become combative, lose control or have a seizure or go into a coma.

Bergeron says be prepared with plenty of water, wet towels or

other methods to cool down.

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