While Hurricanes are well-knownDr. Janette Nesheiwat, Saturday Oct. 1, stated that they can cause swift and often fatal physical destruction. However, they can also cause severe emotional damage.
“It’s a traumatizing experience,” said Nesheiwat, a board-certified family and emergency medical professional and a Fox News medical contributor, during a “Fox & Friends Weekend” segment.
“You lost your life or your entire belongings.” It’s quite a shock to your body.
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She explained that this shock can lead to unclear decision-making for victims.
After a storm, she said, “you’re in distress, you’re stressed out, you don’t know what to do, you don’t know where to go — and that’s where you make poor decisions.”
Wind gusts blow across Sarasota Bay when Hurricane Ian moves to the south on September 28, 2022 in Sarasota. Dr. Janette Nisheiwat, Sat. Oct. 1, 2022 stated that floodwaters can often be contaminated with chemicals, sewage, debris, glass, and other potentially dangerous materials.
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Nesheiwat added, “That’s when.” The PTSDThe infection begins to set in. This is when infections begin to set in.
Dr. Nesheiwat stated that dirt floodwaters can also be a source of trouble.
Floodwaters can often be contaminated with bacteria that can infect skin scrapes or cuts. If left untreated, these infections can become serious.
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She stated that the facility was contaminated with chemicals and sewage and also contains glass and metals and other harmful substances.
Nesheiwat said that she met many patients with ulcers after Hurricane Katrina. Other infections and respiratory problemsThat was the result of the storm.
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Nesheiwat also raised concerns about improper use of generators during power outages.
People who aren’t careful could be at risk of suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning. This can lead to death.
Students at the University of Central Florida are shown using an inflatable mattress for evacuation from an apartment block near campus, which was completely flooded by Hurricane Ian in Orlando, Fla.
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Nesheiwat returned to the topic mental health during extreme weather events.
“The mental aspect of this, the emotional trauma, is really, truly devastating,” she said — and should be handled with the same amount of concern and attention given to physical health issues, she suggested.
“Fox & Friends Weekend” co-host Rachel Campos-DuffyParents who are “suppressing some stress to keep their kids happy” were said to be the best. [their]Children are also under pressure when they feel calm.
After Hurricane Ian in Ft. Myers in Florida, boats that were damaged lay on the ground and water. Dr. Nesheiwat stated that severe weather can cause emotional trauma, which is “really and truly devastating.”
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Nesheiwat stated that health problems are more severe for seniors and those who are medically vulnerable.
She advised that these individuals — ahead of any storm — take extra precautions such as making a “ready-to-go kit”You should also ensure that medication is properly sealed to prevent them from becoming damaged.
She stated that these bags should include identification, money and chargers.
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“The best thing you can do is always — first of all — heed the warnings of the local officials,” she said.
She said that those who live with elderly or vulnerable neighbours should be vigilant and make use of special hotlines to seek help if needed.
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Dr. Nesheiwat spoke of the many people who reached out to others during this time of need. He said, “It’s beautiful to watch the community come together, work together, support one another.”
