Terah Maupin Sexton is a native of Artesia. From a young age, she expressed the desire to serve others in a medical capacity.
Please note that the correct phone number for Memorial Family Practice at AGH is:
575-746-3119
Unfortunately, this number appeared incorrectly in the Names & Numbers phonebook. We regret any inconvenience this has caused.
Heat-related illness and severe sunburn are preventable, yet thousands suffer every year and hundreds will lose their lives to excessive heat exposure. It's tempting to enjoy the summer's heat, but be careful.
The best advice is to limit your time in the sun, but if that's not an option, follow these tips to help prevent you from getting scorched.
Drink plenty of non-alcoholic fluids. Staying hydrated can keep your body cool. Carry bottled water with you and avoid beverages with caffeine and large amounts of sugar - these can actually cause you to lose more fluid.
Be generous with sunscreen - use SPF 15 or higher. The most effective products will be labeled with "broad spectrum" or "UVA/UVB" protection." Apply liberally 30 minutes before going into the sun.
Wear the right clothing. It's best to wear lightweight, light-colored and loose-fitting clothing. And, don't forget a hat and sunglasses.
Heat Stroke occurs when the body is unable to regulate temperature. It can cause death or permanent disability if not treated immediately. Warning signs include:
Heat exhaustion is a milder heat-related illness and can develop a few days after heat exposure because of unbalanced fluids. Most at risk are the elderly, people with high blood pressure and people working or exercising outdoors Symptoms include:
If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of these two major heat-related illnesses or even severe sunburn, heat rash or heat cramps, seek medical attention immediately.