http://wbaa.org en http://wbaa.org/post/beat-heat-water-rest-and-shade <p>The Indiana Department of Labor is reminding Hoosiers that heat-related illness is 100% preventable.</p><p>With temperatures well above average and near record highs the next few days, experts say over-exerting yourself, even a little bit, can cause problems.</p><p>The state department of labor finds this is especially true for those working outside, and can be a matter of life and death.</p><p>Officials with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommend drinking about a cup of water every 15 to 20 minutes to replenish any fluids you lose during work.</p> Wed, 27 Jun 2012 18:40:12 +0000 Mike Loizzo 14722 at http://wbaa.org Beat the heat with water, rest and shade