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What’s Going Around in Metro Detroit: Outdoor injuries, allergies, heat issues and viruses
Metro Detroit is experiencing increased outdoor injuries, heat-related illnesses, seasonal allergies, and gastrointestinal viruses, according to local doctors and hospitals. Medical professionals emphasize hydration, avoiding peak heat, and precautions for elderly individuals, while noting surges in summer-specific injuries and environmental health risks like poison ivy.
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