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Heat stroke vs. heat exhaustion Heat stroke: Heat stroke, the most serious heat-related illness, occurs when the body becomes unable to control its temperature. The body's temperature rises rapidly, the sweating mechanism fails and the body is unable to cool down. Body temperature might rise to 106 degrees or higher within 10 to 15 minutes. Heat stroke can cause death or permanent disability if emergency treatment is not provided. Warning signs of heat stroke might include: 3 An extremely high body temperature (above 103 degrees) 3 Red, hot and dry skin (no sweating) 3 Rapid, strong pulse 3 Throbbing headache 3 Dizziness 3 Nausea 3 Confusion 3 Unconsciousness Heat exhaustion: Heat exhaustion is a milder form of heat-related illness that can develop after several days of exposure to high temperatures and inadequate or unbalanced replacement of fluids. Those most prone to heat exhaustion are elderly people, those with high blood pressure and those working or exercising in a hot environment. Warning signs of heat exhaustion include: 3 Heavy sweating 3 Paleness 3 Muscle cramps 3 Tiredness 3 Weakness 3 Dizziness 3 Headache 3 Nausea or vomiting 3 Fainting Source: National Center for Environmental Health's Health Studies Branch
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Beating the Heat
Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or an afternoon splash with the kids in the sprinkler, common sense will help you beat the heat this summer. Prevention is the best defense, acco...
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