Emergency rooms across Florida see an increase in heat-related illness

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Emergency room doctors in Central Florida have seen more patients seeking care for heat-related illnesses during the summer months. Officials with AdventHealth's Central Florida Division said its emergency rooms have seen a 20% increase in patients seeking care compared to last year. AdventHealth Centra Care's Central Florida locations have experienced a 115% increase in the past two weeks. Jacqueline Bumstead said she takes precautions while out in the sun with her four-year-old son.

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