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EXTREME CAUTION
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HEALTH EFFECT
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SYMPTOMS
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TREATMENT
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Heat Stroke/
Sun Stroke |
The main sign of a heat stroke is a temperature greater than 106 degrees with hot dry skin, confusion and all the signs of heat exhaustion.
Common sense tips for handling the heat |
Move the person out of the sun into a shady or air-conditioned area and call 911. Cool the person by spraying them with cool water and fanning.
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Heat Cramps/
Muscle Cramps |
Heat Cramps are painful, involuntary muscle spasms that usually occur during heavy exercise hot environments. Not drinking enough fluids often contributes to this problem. The spasms may be more painful and last longer than the nighttime leg cramps. Muscles most often affected include the calves, arms, abdomen, and back, although cramps may involve any muscle group involved in the exercise.
Common sense tips for handling the heat |
If you suspect heat cramps rest briefly and cool down. Drink water or sports drink. Use gentle stretching and gentle massage of the affected muscle group.
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Heat Exhaustion
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Symptoms often begin suddenly, sometimes after excessive exercise, perspiration and inadequate fluid intake. Features resemble shock and include: feeling faint, nausea, rapid heartbeat, low blood pressure, hot, and red.
Common sense tips for handling the heat |
Get the person out of the sun and into a shady or air-conditioned area. Lay the person down and elevate the feet. Loosen or remove the individual’s clothing. Have the person drink cold water but not iced, or a sports drink. Cool the person by spraying them with cool water and fanning. Heat exhaustion can quickly become a heat stroke.
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DANGER
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HEALTH EFFECT
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SYMPTOMS
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TREATMENT
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Heat Stroke/
Sun Stroke |
The main sign of a heat stroke is a temperature greater than 106 degrees with hot dry skin, confusion and all the signs of heat exhaustion.
Common sense tips for handling the heat |
Move the person out of the sun into a shady or air-conditioned area and call 911. Cool the person by spraying them with cool water and fanning.
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Heat Cramps/
Muscle Cramps |
Heat Cramps are painful, involuntary muscle spasms that usually occur during heavy exercise hot environments. Not drinking enough fluids often contributes to this problem. The spasms may be more painful and last longer than the nighttime leg cramps. Muscles most often affected include the calves, arms, abdomen, and back, although cramps may involve any muscle group involved in the exercise.
Common sense tips for handling the heat |
If you suspect heat cramps rest briefly and cool down. Drink water or sports drink. Use gentle stretching and gentle massage of the affected muscle group.
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Heat Exhaustion
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Symptoms often begin suddenly, sometimes after excessive exercise, perspiration and inadequate fluid intake. Features resemble shock and include: feeling faint, nausea, rapid heartbeat, low blood pressure, hot, and red.
Common sense tips for handling the heat |
Get the person out of the sun and into a shady or air-conditioned area. Lay the person down and elevate the feet. Loosen or remove the individual’s clothing. Have the person drink cold water but not iced, or a sports drink. Cool the person by spraying them with cool water and fanning. Heat exhaustion can quickly become a heat stroke.
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