Going outside in the heat? Follow these guidelines to stay safe

(NPR) Heat is a serious health threat. Hundreds of people die of heat-related illness in the U.S. each year. Heatstroke can damage your body, leading to multiple organ failure or kidney failure, and it can trigger a heart attack.

If you plan to spend time outdoors this summer, here’s a roundup of advice from NPR reporting on how to protect yourself and your loved ones.

  1. Assess the heat risk before you go outside

There’s not…