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Heat Deaths Are On The Rise
As it continues to warm up this summer, the dangers of heat exposure rise.
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control shows roughly 700 American's will die every year, due to head-related issues, according to WILX.
Heat exposure also contributes to deaths in certain chronic illnesses.
Medical records did show that heat did play a role in some drug overdoses and alcohol poisoning.
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