Today’s high is expected to be near zero and a wind chill advisory is in effect until tomorrow (Thurs.) at noon.
The combination of cold and wind causes frost bite and hypothermia to set in much more quickly.
Dr. Ken Bartholomew is a family practice physician at Avera in Pierre. He says if you have to go outdoors today, dress in layers.
What are some signs you may have frost bite?
Frost bite affects skin, but Bartholomew says hypothermia affects bodies internally.
If in doubt about whether or not you have frost bite or hypothermia, Bartholomew recommends going to see your medical care provider.
Hear more from Dr. Bartholomew on preventing and detecting frost bite or hypothermia in one of the latest KGFX Beyond the Mic podcasts. Subscribe for free through Spotify, Google Play, Podbean or iTunes.
