"With Polar Vortex Coming, Here’s What You Need To Know To Stay Safe In The Cold"
The Tristate area is bracing for a polar vortex, and experts are advising to stay indoors. If being outside is unavoidable, the key is not to have exposed skin. “The ears and nose are most vulnerable, and cheeks as well. If you see some discoloration and can’t feel your skin, get inside to somewhere warm,” said Kaushal Shah, MD, associate professor of emergency medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Although Dr. Shah doesn’t see many cases of frostbite, he does hear individuals complain about painful fingers and toes. “They’re vulnerable to frostbite because they get the least blood flow,” added Dr. Shah. To keep your core warm, Dr. Shah advises waring multiple layers.
— Kaushal Shah, MD, Associate Professor, Emergency Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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