While local emergency rooms told Denver7 they're not seeing an unusual spike in heat-related illnesses, they are treating a steady number of patients with preventable heat emergencies.
July 16, 2026
“If you are out there for 12 hours, you're at higher risk. If you're in 90 degrees for two or three hours, you're probably okay as long as you're staying hydrated and taking in an appropriate amount of electrolytes,” HCA HealthONE Swedish emergency department director & nurse practitioner Parie Morgan Jared said.
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March 27, 2026
Denver7 spoke with wildlife experts who shared safety tips and advice on what to do if you're bitten, as 90-degree temperatures cause rattlesnakes to emerge from their dens weeks ahead of schedule.
March 19, 2026
Poisoning is the 3rd leading cause of unintentional injury death among children 1-19.
March 09, 2026
Thanks to quick work by all involved, Craig Morroni is back to his active life.