Hypothermia is often called the "silent killer" of winter. Awareness, preparation and compassion for vulnerable communities ...

>> THAT’S RIGHT, MEGAN. ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT THINGS BESIDES THE COLD IS MAKING SURE THAT YOU’RE DRY. THE COMBINATION OF THESE TWO CAN BE VERY DANGEROUS. >> AND FOR ME, AS A VERY BAD THING. >> AND ...

According to the American Red Cross, frostbite occurs when a body part, such as your fingers, toes or nose, starts to freeze. Bundle up before you head outside, and dress warmly in layers of windproof ...

Without the proper precautions, prolonged exposure to cold weather can cause frostbite or hypothermia. That’s why it’s important to pay attention to any changes in exposed skin during cold weather.

Police said the woman “appeared to have fallen and sustained injuries” that were consistent with “struggling and crawling on the snow- and ice-covered yard” Kimberlee Speakman is a digital writer at ...

Brutally cold weather is affecting large swaths of the United States, with about 80% of the population experiencing temperatures below freezing. Cases of a dangerous condition called hypothermia are ...

Extreme wind chill temperatures are sweeping through North Carolina as of Tuesday, Jan. 21, bringing health risks. "If you're not properly protected - if you don't bundle up, gloves, hat, all that ...

With negative wind chills expected for some in New Mexico, it is important to know how our bodies can react to freezing conditions.Hypothermia is a condition the body can develop when it loses heat ...

An Ohio woman was found dead in her yard — and officials believe that the wintry conditions may have contributed. Deputies responded to a 911 call about an unresponsive person at a home in Willard ...

Well, doctors are warning people about the threat of freezing temperatures and our health. They say exposure to cold weather without proper clothing could be life threatening. KOET health expert Dr.

Police said the woman “appeared to have fallen and sustained injuries” that were consistent with “struggling and crawling on the snow- and ice-covered yard” An Ohio woman was found dead in her yard — ...