The ocean is perhaps one of the most fascinating wonders of the world, and the species that call it home are even more interesting. If you’ve ever wondered ‘what is the biggest whale in the world’, you are about to find out. If you perform a Google search of the largest whales, you will most likely find varying results, as there are wide differences in the recorded length and mass of the various species. It is far easier to measure the length of a whale than the weight, for obvious reasons. Between photographs and whalers records, researchers have been able to compile accurate measurements in lengths of whales, however, the weight is difficult to measure and is often based on rough estimates.
Many of the largest ever recorded mammals are extinct, but some of the whales on our list measure up to the ancient behemoths. While whales are intimidating mainly because of their overwhelming size, they are some of the most highly intelligent and friendly marine animals known to man. Despite stories such as Moby Dick, it is extremely unlikely that a human will be attacked by a whale. The largest whale on Earth is ginormous and perhaps one of the most well-known of its species.
Take a look at our list of the 10 largest whales on the planet, but rest assure, if you encounter one of these guys while out on the open waters, they are likely to be just as curious about you as you are of them.
1. Blue Whale
Not only is the blue whale our largest whale in the world, but it is also the largest animal on Earth. Measuring up to 100 feet and weighing as much as 150 tons, the blue whale is an extraordinary creature. Most blue whales today only reach lengths of 75-80 feet, as whale hunters are known to target the largest of the species. The blue whale’s body is long and slender and can be various shades of bluish-grey. Endangered since the 1960s, there are said to be only 5,000-12,000 blue whales left in the world.
2. Finback Whale
Our second largest whale is the finback, reaching nearly 90 feet in length and weighing roughly 74 tons. The finback whale, also called the fin whale, razorback, or common rorqual, is the second longest animal in the world and has been referred to as ‘the greyhound of the sea’ because of its slender body. The finback whale’s body is brownish-grey and, like other large whales, is now an endangered species because of commercial hunting practices.
3. Right Whale
Deriving its name from early whalers who coined these the ‘right’ whales to kill, the right whale is our third largest whale. With a large bulbous head covered in callosities, whale barnacles, worms, and whale lace, this whale is one of the ugliest on our list! Reaching nearly 60 feet in length and weighing upwards of 100 tons, the right whale has extremely high blubber content, meaning they produce high yields of whale oil.
4. Sperm Whale
The largest of the toothed whales, the sperm whale gets its name from the waxy liquid (or spermaceti) found in its gigantic head. Measuring up to 67 feet in length and weighing nearly 60 tons, the sperm whale is the deepest diving mammal and has the largest brain of any animal on Earth. Sperm whales like to feed on giant squid and males can typically be found in Antarctic waters.
5. Bowhead Whale
Related to the right whale, bowhead whales can reach up to 66 feet in length and weigh nearly 74 tons. The body of this whale is stocky and he has no dorsal fin. The bowhead is also known as the Greenland right whale or Arctic whale, mainly because it can mostly be found in the Arctic and sub-Arctic waters. A slow swimmer and popular whaling target, there are said to be only 24,000 left in the world.
6. Humpback Whale
Another well-known species of whale, humpbacks have been known to congregate in large groups near to land and draw attention to themselves. Reaching up to 52 feet in length and weighing nearly 80,000 pounds, humpback whales have a distinctive body shape, boasting long pectoral fins and a gnarled head. Humpback whales get their name from their tendency of raising and bending in the back in preparation of a dive. One of the slowest swimmers of all the whales on our list, tourist boats (and whalers) are often able to get close.
7. Orca Whale
Orca whales, or killer whales, actually belong to the dolphin family and are probably the most widely recognized whale species, thanks to their being held captive in marine aquariums worldwide. Orcas reach upwards of 32 feet in length and can be found in all oceans and most seas. One of the longest living whales, wild orcas can reach 50-60 years and most captive orcas live to be around 25. With the second largest brain of all mammals, the intelligence, trainability, and striking appearance make them popular aquarium exhibits.
8. Minke Whale
One of the lesser known whales on our list, minke whales are not thought to be as desirable to whalers as some of the other species. Typically measuring around 24 feet in length and weighing 10 tons, the minke whale is a black, grey, purple color. Minke whales can most commonly be found in the Northern Hemisphere and are in no danger of extinction.
9. Beluga Whale
Another distinct whale on our list, the beluga whale resides in the Arctic, as well as the seas and coasts around Russia, Greenland, and North America. Its unmistakable all-white coloring, missing dorsal fin, and gregarious nature all contribute to the popularity of the beluga whale. Male belugas can reach up to 18 feet and weigh up to 3,500 pounds. Not the most fit of whales, between 40% and 50% of a beluga’s body weight is fat!
10. Narwhal
The narwhal is another of our toothed whales and are distinguished by their long, straight tusk. Typically found in the Canadian Arctic and waters surrounding Greenland, the narwhal has adapted well to the arctic waters. Similar to the beluga whale, narwhals generally reach up to 18 feet in length and weigh upwards of 3,500 pounds. Their extremely long tusk, or canine tooth, is thought to be a secondary sexual characteristic.
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
Beautiful Diamand Pendant Make Ultimate Romantic
The word pendant comes from the Latin 'pendere', meaning to hang. It is one of the highly sought after accessories and is generally paired with a metal chain to add grace to the personality of the wearer. There is a wide range of designer pendants available, but the one that is desired by every woman is a diamond stud pendant. The richness, beauty and attraction of a dazzling pendant is hard to resist. The elegance and classiness these pendants exhibit can make anyone fall in love with them. It flaunts lot of style and attitude. It is a timeless and classic accessory and a must have for any jewellery collection.
Diamond pendants make unique gifts on several occassions like Mother's Day, a romantic gift on Valentine's Day, Anniversary and Wedding. These sparkling and brilliant pendants can also be presented as a birthstone jewellery gift for your dear ones born in the month of April. A gift of diamond pendant on any occasion is sure to delight the receiver. The beauty and grandeur of this delightful accessory make ultimate romantic gesture.
Diamond pendants make unique gifts on several occassions like Mother's Day, a romantic gift on Valentine's Day, Anniversary and Wedding. These sparkling and brilliant pendants can also be presented as a birthstone jewellery gift for your dear ones born in the month of April. A gift of diamond pendant on any occasion is sure to delight the receiver. The beauty and grandeur of this delightful accessory make ultimate romantic gesture.
Diamond pendants make unique gifts on several occassions like Mother's Day, a romantic gift on Valentine's Day, Anniversary and Wedding. These sparkling and brilliant pendants can also be presented as a birthstone jewellery gift for your dear ones born in the month of April. A gift of diamond pendant on any occasion is sure to delight the receiver. The beauty and grandeur of this delightful accessory make ultimate romantic gesture.
Diamond pendants make unique gifts on several occassions like Mother's Day, a romantic gift on Valentine's Day, Anniversary and Wedding. These sparkling and brilliant pendants can also be presented as a birthstone jewellery gift for your dear ones born in the month of April. A gift of diamond pendant on any occasion is sure to delight the receiver. The beauty and grandeur of this delightful accessory make ultimate romantic gesture.
Monday, July 29, 2013
Royal baby Prince George: How Duchess of Cambridge can beat the 'four day blues', by her pregnancy guru
Meanwhile the Duke of Cambridge should be getting up in the night to make his wife cups of tea, taking responsibility for mealtimes and taking Prince George into the bath with him, the book recommends.
But now is also the time when the Duchess might suddenly become inexplicably weepy if, like the majority of new mothers, she experiences the “four-day blues”.
The Duchess attended private ante-natal classes with Christine Hill, who gave her a copy of her book A Perfect Start – Coping With the First Months of Parenthood, as she does all her clients.
Mrs Hill is an advocate of rest and relaxation for new mothers, saying plenty of sleep is “imperative” for them.
She says in her book: “Try to carry on wearing night-gear and be in or around your bed for the first few days after coming home, however wonderful and exuberant you may feel.
“This will remind other people that you have just had a baby and are not in any way back to normal…trying to demonstrate to the world that you have not been affected in any way by giving birth is a ridiculous idea.”
The Duke of Cambridge will have a big part to play in achieving this, her book suggests.
Mothers who breast-feed are likely to feel thirsty and peckish in the night, and: “The perfect man will wake with you for feeds, and can usefully bring you up a cup of tea as required. Make the most of all this; it is not guaranteed to last, especially when he is back at work.”
If the baby refuses to settle after his feed, “his father should pick him up and walk him round for 15 minutes or so rubbing his back”.
Mrs Hill also recommends day-time naps for mothers, adding: “Your husband must try to ensure you do get as much sleep as possible, so at some stage during the day, he should take the baby downstairs and out of your earshot so that you can sleep undisturbed. He needs to unplug/turn off the phones, and think about putting a Post-it note on the front door asking callers not to ring the bell…
“He should answer the door, take the phone calls and organise the meals.”
And when it time for Prince George’s bath, “the easiest and most fun way to bath a baby is to put him in the adult bath with his father”.
In truth, the Duchess' mother, Carole Middleton, is likely to be sharing the burden of such chores, particularly the cooking, as the couple are staying at the Middleton family home in Bucklebury, Berks.
Just over half of all new mothers experience the blues four days after they give birth – the stage the Duchess is currently at. This is thought to be caused by a fall in levels of the hormone progesterone.
Mrs Hill says that mothers “find themselves in tears for trivial reasons…self-esteem plummets to an all-time low.
“This is not the real you. Nor is this postnatal depression. In fact, it isn’t really depression at all but a short-lived state of emotional turmoil which passes after a few days and needs no medical treatment.”
The Duchess, who proudly displayed her post-pregnancy bump in a bespoke Jenny Packham dress when she left hospital, will have been warned what to expect, as the book says that after delivery “the bulge will not yet have gone and you may appear at least three (often six) months pregnant. The skin on your tummy will look like orange peel or rumpled crepe paper”.
Once mothers are back on their feet, the best way to get back to a flat tummy is to “concentrate on holding your lower tummy muscles in while you are standing and walking. This will restore the elasticity of the muscles…don’t cover up a pot belly with a baggy sweater so that you forget about it – wear something that continually reminds you to hold your tummy in”.
Mrs Hill also has a piece of advice for parents who are tempted to hold large family get-togethers of the sort the Duke and Duchess may be contemplating if they visit Balmoral over the summer.
“The last thing [babies] want at this stage is to be passed around a circle of admirers who all want a cuddle, or over-stimulated by parents entering them for the developmental Olympics,” she says.
But now is also the time when the Duchess might suddenly become inexplicably weepy if, like the majority of new mothers, she experiences the “four-day blues”.
The Duchess attended private ante-natal classes with Christine Hill, who gave her a copy of her book A Perfect Start – Coping With the First Months of Parenthood, as she does all her clients.
Mrs Hill is an advocate of rest and relaxation for new mothers, saying plenty of sleep is “imperative” for them.
She says in her book: “Try to carry on wearing night-gear and be in or around your bed for the first few days after coming home, however wonderful and exuberant you may feel.
“This will remind other people that you have just had a baby and are not in any way back to normal…trying to demonstrate to the world that you have not been affected in any way by giving birth is a ridiculous idea.”
The Duke of Cambridge will have a big part to play in achieving this, her book suggests.
Mothers who breast-feed are likely to feel thirsty and peckish in the night, and: “The perfect man will wake with you for feeds, and can usefully bring you up a cup of tea as required. Make the most of all this; it is not guaranteed to last, especially when he is back at work.”
If the baby refuses to settle after his feed, “his father should pick him up and walk him round for 15 minutes or so rubbing his back”.
Mrs Hill also recommends day-time naps for mothers, adding: “Your husband must try to ensure you do get as much sleep as possible, so at some stage during the day, he should take the baby downstairs and out of your earshot so that you can sleep undisturbed. He needs to unplug/turn off the phones, and think about putting a Post-it note on the front door asking callers not to ring the bell…
“He should answer the door, take the phone calls and organise the meals.”
And when it time for Prince George’s bath, “the easiest and most fun way to bath a baby is to put him in the adult bath with his father”.
In truth, the Duchess' mother, Carole Middleton, is likely to be sharing the burden of such chores, particularly the cooking, as the couple are staying at the Middleton family home in Bucklebury, Berks.
Just over half of all new mothers experience the blues four days after they give birth – the stage the Duchess is currently at. This is thought to be caused by a fall in levels of the hormone progesterone.
Mrs Hill says that mothers “find themselves in tears for trivial reasons…self-esteem plummets to an all-time low.
“This is not the real you. Nor is this postnatal depression. In fact, it isn’t really depression at all but a short-lived state of emotional turmoil which passes after a few days and needs no medical treatment.”
The Duchess, who proudly displayed her post-pregnancy bump in a bespoke Jenny Packham dress when she left hospital, will have been warned what to expect, as the book says that after delivery “the bulge will not yet have gone and you may appear at least three (often six) months pregnant. The skin on your tummy will look like orange peel or rumpled crepe paper”.
Once mothers are back on their feet, the best way to get back to a flat tummy is to “concentrate on holding your lower tummy muscles in while you are standing and walking. This will restore the elasticity of the muscles…don’t cover up a pot belly with a baggy sweater so that you forget about it – wear something that continually reminds you to hold your tummy in”.
Mrs Hill also has a piece of advice for parents who are tempted to hold large family get-togethers of the sort the Duke and Duchess may be contemplating if they visit Balmoral over the summer.
“The last thing [babies] want at this stage is to be passed around a circle of admirers who all want a cuddle, or over-stimulated by parents entering them for the developmental Olympics,” she says.
Royal baby Prince George: How Duchess of Cambridge can beat the 'four day blues', by her pregnancy guru
Meanwhile the Duke of Cambridge should be getting up in the night to make his wife cups of tea, taking responsibility for mealtimes and taking Prince George into the bath with him, the book recommends.
But now is also the time when the Duchess might suddenly become inexplicably weepy if, like the majority of new mothers, she experiences the “four-day blues”.
The Duchess attended private ante-natal classes with Christine Hill, who gave her a copy of her book A Perfect Start – Coping With the First Months of Parenthood, as she does all her clients.
Mrs Hill is an advocate of rest and relaxation for new mothers, saying plenty of sleep is “imperative” for them.
She says in her book: “Try to carry on wearing night-gear and be in or around your bed for the first few days after coming home, however wonderful and exuberant you may feel.
“This will remind other people that you have just had a baby and are not in any way back to normal…trying to demonstrate to the world that you have not been affected in any way by giving birth is a ridiculous idea.”
The Duke of Cambridge will have a big part to play in achieving this, her book suggests.
Mothers who breast-feed are likely to feel thirsty and peckish in the night, and: “The perfect man will wake with you for feeds, and can usefully bring you up a cup of tea as required. Make the most of all this; it is not guaranteed to last, especially when he is back at work.”
If the baby refuses to settle after his feed, “his father should pick him up and walk him round for 15 minutes or so rubbing his back”.
Mrs Hill also recommends day-time naps for mothers, adding: “Your husband must try to ensure you do get as much sleep as possible, so at some stage during the day, he should take the baby downstairs and out of your earshot so that you can sleep undisturbed. He needs to unplug/turn off the phones, and think about putting a Post-it note on the front door asking callers not to ring the bell…
“He should answer the door, take the phone calls and organise the meals.”
And when it time for Prince George’s bath, “the easiest and most fun way to bath a baby is to put him in the adult bath with his father”.
In truth, the Duchess' mother, Carole Middleton, is likely to be sharing the burden of such chores, particularly the cooking, as the couple are staying at the Middleton family home in Bucklebury, Berks.
Just over half of all new mothers experience the blues four days after they give birth – the stage the Duchess is currently at. This is thought to be caused by a fall in levels of the hormone progesterone.
Mrs Hill says that mothers “find themselves in tears for trivial reasons…self-esteem plummets to an all-time low.
“This is not the real you. Nor is this postnatal depression. In fact, it isn’t really depression at all but a short-lived state of emotional turmoil which passes after a few days and needs no medical treatment.”
The Duchess, who proudly displayed her post-pregnancy bump in a bespoke Jenny Packham dress when she left hospital, will have been warned what to expect, as the book says that after delivery “the bulge will not yet have gone and you may appear at least three (often six) months pregnant. The skin on your tummy will look like orange peel or rumpled crepe paper”.
Once mothers are back on their feet, the best way to get back to a flat tummy is to “concentrate on holding your lower tummy muscles in while you are standing and walking. This will restore the elasticity of the muscles…don’t cover up a pot belly with a baggy sweater so that you forget about it – wear something that continually reminds you to hold your tummy in”.
Mrs Hill also has a piece of advice for parents who are tempted to hold large family get-togethers of the sort the Duke and Duchess may be contemplating if they visit Balmoral over the summer.
“The last thing [babies] want at this stage is to be passed around a circle of admirers who all want a cuddle, or over-stimulated by parents entering them for the developmental Olympics,” she says.
But now is also the time when the Duchess might suddenly become inexplicably weepy if, like the majority of new mothers, she experiences the “four-day blues”.
The Duchess attended private ante-natal classes with Christine Hill, who gave her a copy of her book A Perfect Start – Coping With the First Months of Parenthood, as she does all her clients.
Mrs Hill is an advocate of rest and relaxation for new mothers, saying plenty of sleep is “imperative” for them.
She says in her book: “Try to carry on wearing night-gear and be in or around your bed for the first few days after coming home, however wonderful and exuberant you may feel.
“This will remind other people that you have just had a baby and are not in any way back to normal…trying to demonstrate to the world that you have not been affected in any way by giving birth is a ridiculous idea.”
The Duke of Cambridge will have a big part to play in achieving this, her book suggests.
Mothers who breast-feed are likely to feel thirsty and peckish in the night, and: “The perfect man will wake with you for feeds, and can usefully bring you up a cup of tea as required. Make the most of all this; it is not guaranteed to last, especially when he is back at work.”
If the baby refuses to settle after his feed, “his father should pick him up and walk him round for 15 minutes or so rubbing his back”.
Mrs Hill also recommends day-time naps for mothers, adding: “Your husband must try to ensure you do get as much sleep as possible, so at some stage during the day, he should take the baby downstairs and out of your earshot so that you can sleep undisturbed. He needs to unplug/turn off the phones, and think about putting a Post-it note on the front door asking callers not to ring the bell…
“He should answer the door, take the phone calls and organise the meals.”
And when it time for Prince George’s bath, “the easiest and most fun way to bath a baby is to put him in the adult bath with his father”.
In truth, the Duchess' mother, Carole Middleton, is likely to be sharing the burden of such chores, particularly the cooking, as the couple are staying at the Middleton family home in Bucklebury, Berks.
Just over half of all new mothers experience the blues four days after they give birth – the stage the Duchess is currently at. This is thought to be caused by a fall in levels of the hormone progesterone.
Mrs Hill says that mothers “find themselves in tears for trivial reasons…self-esteem plummets to an all-time low.
“This is not the real you. Nor is this postnatal depression. In fact, it isn’t really depression at all but a short-lived state of emotional turmoil which passes after a few days and needs no medical treatment.”
The Duchess, who proudly displayed her post-pregnancy bump in a bespoke Jenny Packham dress when she left hospital, will have been warned what to expect, as the book says that after delivery “the bulge will not yet have gone and you may appear at least three (often six) months pregnant. The skin on your tummy will look like orange peel or rumpled crepe paper”.
Once mothers are back on their feet, the best way to get back to a flat tummy is to “concentrate on holding your lower tummy muscles in while you are standing and walking. This will restore the elasticity of the muscles…don’t cover up a pot belly with a baggy sweater so that you forget about it – wear something that continually reminds you to hold your tummy in”.
Mrs Hill also has a piece of advice for parents who are tempted to hold large family get-togethers of the sort the Duke and Duchess may be contemplating if they visit Balmoral over the summer.
“The last thing [babies] want at this stage is to be passed around a circle of admirers who all want a cuddle, or over-stimulated by parents entering them for the developmental Olympics,” she says.
The Fashion Brooch Pin Bring You More Style
Brooches are mainly used for the purpose of fashion and aesthetics. By definition, a brooch is a jewelry piece so it is mainly decorative. It is a fun addition to an outfit and can be used to highlight a specific part of the body, such as a long neck. Traditionally, a brooch is fastened to a garment worn around the neck but a more modern style shows this accessory pinned to the lapel of a coat. An even more modern take is pinning a brooch to your clothing in such a way that it draws attention to the waist or the hips. So, the brooch could be pinned to a scarf belt or the waist band of your skirt.
For a far more elegant influence, shawl brooches can be utilized especially in social as well as other formal events. Evening dresses along with formal wear can even look much more sophisticated, more sophisticated and lovelier if the pashmina shawl has been secured using a shawl brooch pin. Some career women also would rather a scarf brooch on the pin with the flair for sophistication this affords this wearer.
Brooch jewellery is no doubt a very elegant ornament and one that can add to the charm of the wearer. However, do keep in mind that such jewellery needs to be cared for too. So make sure that you keep the ornament clean by using toothpaste to retain its shine. The tip of the pin of the brooch must be cleaned with an antiseptic and one must ensure that the jewellery is free of dust particles. Also make sure that you never leave a brooch on a garment for too long since this can cause a rust mark to transfer onto the garment. In fact it is best to put the brooch in a box after you have used it, so that the ornament does not get exposed to any breakage or rusting.
For a far more elegant influence, shawl brooches can be utilized especially in social as well as other formal events. Evening dresses along with formal wear can even look much more sophisticated, more sophisticated and lovelier if the pashmina shawl has been secured using a shawl brooch pin. Some career women also would rather a scarf brooch on the pin with the flair for sophistication this affords this wearer.
Brooch jewellery is no doubt a very elegant ornament and one that can add to the charm of the wearer. However, do keep in mind that such jewellery needs to be cared for too. So make sure that you keep the ornament clean by using toothpaste to retain its shine. The tip of the pin of the brooch must be cleaned with an antiseptic and one must ensure that the jewellery is free of dust particles. Also make sure that you never leave a brooch on a garment for too long since this can cause a rust mark to transfer onto the garment. In fact it is best to put the brooch in a box after you have used it, so that the ornament does not get exposed to any breakage or rusting.
Friday, July 19, 2013
How to Survive a Heat Wave
It’s July, and it’s hot. But with parts of the country expected to swelter under triple digit temperatures, public health officials say it’s important to heed the heat.
In the Northeast, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, Philadelphia and Washington D.C. are expecting their highest heat measures of the summer, with readings peaking in the upper 90s and low 100s all week long. For New York City and the New England area, weather experts say that qualifies as a heat wave — defined as three or more days in a row with temperatures in the high 90s.
Other cities like Chicago, Detroit and Cincinnati will also have their share of steamy days this week.
While hot days are a staple of summer, according to The Weather Channel, this week’s heat wave can be traced to a dome of high pressure located in the upper atmosphere that is encasing the Northeast, Ohio Valley and Great Lakes. Under that bubble of high pressure, temperatures typically rise 10 degrees above the average.
With consistently high humidity and temperatures, health officials say breathing can become difficult for some, including the elderly, so people caught in the heat wave should take precautions. Drinking lots of water and spending as much time as possible under air conditioning is important. For those who don’t have air conditioning, some cities offer cooling facilities where residents can wait out the hottest hours of the day; shopping malls are also good places to cool off while temperatures soar.
Even healthy people should take the heat into consideration in order to avoid heat exhaustion or dehydration, and doctors say these tips can keep you cool:
* Avoid caffeine and alcohol. While a cool beer may sound inviting on a steamy day, both caffeine and alcohol can dehydrate the body, which is the last thing you need when temperatures rise. “Alcohol and caffeine are dangerous in this type of weather. They create a chemical inside your body that makes you pee more than you should–it’s a diuretic,” says Dr. Salvatore Pardo, the vice chairperson of the emergency department at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New Hyde Park, New York.
* Tone it down. Healthy people who are active during the day should limit the amount time they spend outside during peak heat hours, which generally span from 11 am to 2 pm. Shift outdoor activities to the early morning or evening. If you want to work out, consider going to the gym instead of running outdoors.
* Don’t forget humidity. If you must work out outdoors, remember to check humidity levels, which can add several degrees to the heat index. “The environment is two-fold, it’s temperature and the humidity. If it was 85 degrees and low humidity, that’s a beautiful time to work out. If it is 85 degrees and greater than 70% humidity, then your body is going to have a hard time cooling off,” says Pardo. The body cools off by sweating and evaporating the water on the surface of the skin. If the air is saturated with water, the process doesn’t happen as efficiently and you can’t cool down.
* Don’t leave kids or pets in cars. Even if you’re only going to be a few minutes, the temperature inside a car can quickly rise to above 100 degrees. Children and pets can’t sweat enough to cool off, so they are even more vulnerable to the rising temperatures in a closed car.
* Check in on the elderly. The elderly already have less tolerance to heat due to their age, and couple that with the fact that they typically take pills that can dehydrate the body, and some elderly patients may be even more vulnerable to the effects of hot temperatures. Making sure that elderly residents drink enough water, and that they turn on their air conditioning is important. “The elderly who are on their own tend to not turn on their air conditioner because they don’t feel like they need to or they don’t want to spend the money because they’re on a fixed income,” says Pardo. “ You know grandma has the air conditioner, but you don’t know if she has turned it on. You have to go into the house and check on people. It doesn’t have to be 65 degrees. Even if it was 75 degree or 85 degrees, that’s better.”
Heat-related sickness can be serious, leading to nausea, dizziness, confusion, headaches and rapid heartbeat. But in most cases, it’s avoidable. Drink plenty of water and stay in climate-controlled environments for as long as possible. But if you do feel ill and your symptoms don’t resolve after a few minutes in a cool setting, go to the emergency for treatment, where you may receive a quick infusion of fluids to replace what you’ve lost.
In the Northeast, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, Philadelphia and Washington D.C. are expecting their highest heat measures of the summer, with readings peaking in the upper 90s and low 100s all week long. For New York City and the New England area, weather experts say that qualifies as a heat wave — defined as three or more days in a row with temperatures in the high 90s.
Other cities like Chicago, Detroit and Cincinnati will also have their share of steamy days this week.
While hot days are a staple of summer, according to The Weather Channel, this week’s heat wave can be traced to a dome of high pressure located in the upper atmosphere that is encasing the Northeast, Ohio Valley and Great Lakes. Under that bubble of high pressure, temperatures typically rise 10 degrees above the average.
With consistently high humidity and temperatures, health officials say breathing can become difficult for some, including the elderly, so people caught in the heat wave should take precautions. Drinking lots of water and spending as much time as possible under air conditioning is important. For those who don’t have air conditioning, some cities offer cooling facilities where residents can wait out the hottest hours of the day; shopping malls are also good places to cool off while temperatures soar.
Even healthy people should take the heat into consideration in order to avoid heat exhaustion or dehydration, and doctors say these tips can keep you cool:
* Avoid caffeine and alcohol. While a cool beer may sound inviting on a steamy day, both caffeine and alcohol can dehydrate the body, which is the last thing you need when temperatures rise. “Alcohol and caffeine are dangerous in this type of weather. They create a chemical inside your body that makes you pee more than you should–it’s a diuretic,” says Dr. Salvatore Pardo, the vice chairperson of the emergency department at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New Hyde Park, New York.
* Tone it down. Healthy people who are active during the day should limit the amount time they spend outside during peak heat hours, which generally span from 11 am to 2 pm. Shift outdoor activities to the early morning or evening. If you want to work out, consider going to the gym instead of running outdoors.
* Don’t forget humidity. If you must work out outdoors, remember to check humidity levels, which can add several degrees to the heat index. “The environment is two-fold, it’s temperature and the humidity. If it was 85 degrees and low humidity, that’s a beautiful time to work out. If it is 85 degrees and greater than 70% humidity, then your body is going to have a hard time cooling off,” says Pardo. The body cools off by sweating and evaporating the water on the surface of the skin. If the air is saturated with water, the process doesn’t happen as efficiently and you can’t cool down.
* Don’t leave kids or pets in cars. Even if you’re only going to be a few minutes, the temperature inside a car can quickly rise to above 100 degrees. Children and pets can’t sweat enough to cool off, so they are even more vulnerable to the rising temperatures in a closed car.
* Check in on the elderly. The elderly already have less tolerance to heat due to their age, and couple that with the fact that they typically take pills that can dehydrate the body, and some elderly patients may be even more vulnerable to the effects of hot temperatures. Making sure that elderly residents drink enough water, and that they turn on their air conditioning is important. “The elderly who are on their own tend to not turn on their air conditioner because they don’t feel like they need to or they don’t want to spend the money because they’re on a fixed income,” says Pardo. “ You know grandma has the air conditioner, but you don’t know if she has turned it on. You have to go into the house and check on people. It doesn’t have to be 65 degrees. Even if it was 75 degree or 85 degrees, that’s better.”
Heat-related sickness can be serious, leading to nausea, dizziness, confusion, headaches and rapid heartbeat. But in most cases, it’s avoidable. Drink plenty of water and stay in climate-controlled environments for as long as possible. But if you do feel ill and your symptoms don’t resolve after a few minutes in a cool setting, go to the emergency for treatment, where you may receive a quick infusion of fluids to replace what you’ve lost.
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If you're one of many pet owners who prefer that your pet have their own sleeping space, then these pet beds are just the thing for your pet. It is the most comfortable sleeping space you could possibly get for your pet and is a mandatory requirement to maintain your pet's health.
There are many different sizes, shapes, styles and colors of pet beds and you will need to decide which one is best for your pet. Such as the Yellow Stripes Pet Beds, Pink Circle Pet Beds, Bright Red Stripes Pet Beds and so on, so many kinds of pet beds offerd you to choose. You will need to think about how big they are likely to grow and then decide how big the pet beds will need to be. Your pet will need to be able to lie comfortable in the bed and stretch out as well as curl up. You can buy the pet beds in either square, rectangular or round shapes although there are others these are the most popular. You need to decide if you are having a hard outer case on your pet bed or it will simply be soft foam.
Regardless of breed and size, any pet can benefit from quality pet beds. They can snuggle in their own space with a feeling of security. Large pet beds can help canines suffering from any orthopedic ailment. Your pet will really be comfortable if you get the best pet beds available in the market. These pet bed can also protect your pet from cold during wintertime. Discount pet beds can help limit the spread of hair and dirt in the house. Whatever your pet's needs are, you're sure to find a pet bed that's perfect for him.
There are many different sizes, shapes, styles and colors of pet beds and you will need to decide which one is best for your pet. Such as the Yellow Stripes Pet Beds, Pink Circle Pet Beds, Bright Red Stripes Pet Beds and so on, so many kinds of pet beds offerd you to choose. You will need to think about how big they are likely to grow and then decide how big the pet beds will need to be. Your pet will need to be able to lie comfortable in the bed and stretch out as well as curl up. You can buy the pet beds in either square, rectangular or round shapes although there are others these are the most popular. You need to decide if you are having a hard outer case on your pet bed or it will simply be soft foam.
Regardless of breed and size, any pet can benefit from quality pet beds. They can snuggle in their own space with a feeling of security. Large pet beds can help canines suffering from any orthopedic ailment. Your pet will really be comfortable if you get the best pet beds available in the market. These pet bed can also protect your pet from cold during wintertime. Discount pet beds can help limit the spread of hair and dirt in the house. Whatever your pet's needs are, you're sure to find a pet bed that's perfect for him.
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