ICYMI: This Week’s Top 5 Social Media Stories

ICYMI: This Week's Top 5 Social Media Stories

### Highlights from Mayo Clinic’s Social Media This Week

#### How Extreme Heat and Humidity Affect Your Health
**[Read More](https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/how-extreme-heat-and-humidity-affect-your-health/)**

Extreme heat and humidity can hinder the body’s ability to cool down, leading to risks such as heat cramps, exhaustion, and heatstroke. It’s essential to seek medical care promptly for heat-related illnesses. Cooling down quickly, drinking cool fluids, and staying out of the heat are crucial steps to recovery.

#### Can Music Help Someone with Alzheimer’s Disease?
**[Read More](https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/consumer-health-can-music-help-someone-with-alzheimers-disease/)**

Musical memories often remain intact in Alzheimer’s patients because the brain areas associated with musical memory are less affected by the disease. Research indicates that listening to or singing songs can offer emotional and behavioral benefits for individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

#### Does Expired Sunscreen Still Work?
**[Read More](https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/consumer-health-does-expired-sunscreen-still-work/)**

To protect your skin from the sun, use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, even on cloudy days. Before using an old bottle of sunscreen, check if the expiration date affects its efficacy.

#### Mayo Clinic Expert Discusses Dengue Fever Amid CDC Warning of Increased Risk
**[Read More](https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/dengue-fever-a-mayo-clinic-expert-explains-the-mosquito-borne-infection/)**

The CDC has issued a warning about the increased risk of dengue fever in the U.S. Dengue fever is a potentially life-threatening viral infection transmitted by infected mosquitoes. Stay informed and take preventive measures to protect yourself.

#### Mayo Physician and Runner Suggests Ways to Beat the Heat While Running
**[Read More](https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/ready-to-run-mayo-physician-and-runner-suggests-ways-to-beat-the-heat-while-running-this-spring/)**

As summer temperatures rise, exercising outdoors can become risky. However, by following some simple tips, you can safely enjoy your outdoor activities and minimize the risks associated with hot weather.

For more stories and updates, visit the [Mayo Clinic News Network](https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org).ICYMI: This Week's Top 5 Social Media Stories