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Cold Related Illness

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health2 years ago

Maryland's First Cold-Related Death of Winter Occurs in Baltimore County

A man between the ages of 70 and 80 in Baltimore County, Maryland, has become the first cold-related illness death of the winter season. The Maryland Department of Health advises residents to limit time outside and wear insulated clothing to avoid exposure to cold weather. Resources are available to help stay safe in cold weather, including information on warming center locations, preventing cold-related illnesses, safely heating homes, and driving in winter weather.

health2 years ago

First Cold-Related Death of Winter Season in Maryland

A Maryland man between 70-80 years old has died from a cold-related illness in Baltimore County, marking the state's first cold-related death of the 2023-2024 winter weather season. Maryland officials have issued guidance on how to prevent cold-related illnesses, including limiting exposure to cold weather, wearing insulated clothing, and seeking information about warming center locations. It is important to be cautious when using heat sources to stay warm and to ensure they are installed and operated safely to prevent fires, injuries, and carbon monoxide poisoning.