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Heat Illness |
Sunstroke |
Hyperthermia (hyperpyrexia), in its advanced state referred to as heat stroke or sunstroke, is an acute condition which occurs when the body produces or absorbs more heat than it can dissipate. It is usually due to excessive exposure to heat. The heat-regulating mechanisms of the body eventually become overwhelmed and unable to effectively deal with the heat, and body temperature climbs uncontrollably. This is a serious medical emergency that requires immediate medical attention. Hyperther ...
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Resources
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Dehydration (Nemours Foundation)
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National Institutes of Health - Fri, 09 Feb 2007 02:22 EST
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