Managing Your Health

Take the Heat Seriously: Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore

June 25, 2025
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Arizona’s hottest days are here.

With all the sunshine and summer fun come some real risks – like heat-related illness. Stay safe by staying informed!

Heat Safety

Record-breaking heat is our new reality, and it’s more important than ever to protect yourself. More than 1,000 Arizonans have already been to the emergency room this year for heat-related illness.

Spot the signs of heat exhaustion

  • Heavy sweating
  • Weakness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache and dizziness.

If you’re experiencing signs of heat exhaustion, find a cool place (an air-conditioned space if possible) to rest and take small sips of water. You can find cooling centers across Arizona here. If the vomiting doesn’t let up, it’s time to get medical help.

Spot the signs of heat stroke

  • High body temperature (above 103 degrees)
  • Red, hot, dry skin (but no sweating)
  • Throbbing headache
  • Confusion, nausea, and a rapid pulse.

Heat stroke is life-threatening. If you’re experiencing these signs, don’t try to push through it. Call 911 or get to a hospital.

For AZ Blue members

In a true emergency, we want you to get the fastest, closest care. Emergency care is covered as in-network, even if the hospital isn’t. To learn the difference between in-network and out-of-network care, visit: What’s the Difference Between In-Network and Out-of-Network Care?

Did you know? If you have a Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (Health FSA), you can put those dollars toward heat-related items like sunblock, cooling towels, lip balm with SPF, thermometers (for tracking heat-related illness), and more!

Help prevent heat-related illness

AZ Blue wants to help keep you and your loved ones safe and healthy. All summer long, we’ve been packing heat relief kits, connecting Arizonans to water, and so much more! Explore volunteer opportunities and take action with us to provide heat relief to vulnerable Arizonans: azblue.com/azblueinaction.

To learn more about the warning signs and symptoms of heat illnesses, visit: Heat Illness Symptoms Flyer.