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Beat the Heat: Essential First Aid for Hyperthermia

5/8/2021

 
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Summer is around the corner, and there's more than enough potential for you ror someone you know to suffer from a heat-related emergency. Hyperthermia is a condition caused by overheating of the body, which can be life-threatening if left untreated. It occurs when the body absorbs more heat than it can dissipate, causing the body temperature to rise to dangerous levels. Hyperthermia can occur due to intense physical activity in hot weather, exposure to high temperatures, and other health conditions. Here are some signs to look out for in recognizing hyperthermia and how to provide first aid for it

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