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Managing the heat in Florida: A text for safety & health professionals who assist employers in reducing heat related occupational injuries by Kris Bancroft, 1995
Injuries Related to Summer Heat (Home Health Aide on-the-Go in-Service Lessons, Volume 7) by Carol O., Ph.D. Long, 2007-12-31
Thermal injury and related problems by William G Eckert, 1974

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OA Guide To Heat Related Injuries & Fluid Balance
and active). When Heat Challenge is greater than Heat Loss, you areat risk for a heatrelated injury (see Table 9.4). In order
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Extractions: Last Page update 3/18/97 Heat injuries can be immediately life-threatening. Be aware of the temperature conditions and your hydration levels. The information provided here is designed for educational use only and is not a substitute for specific training or experience. Princeton University and the author assume no liability for any individual's use of or reliance upon any material contained or referenced herein. This article is prepared to provide basic information about heat related illnesses for the lay person. Medical research is always expanding our knowledge of the causes and treatment. It is your responsibility to learn the latest information. The material contained in this article may not Fluid Balance All the body's fluids make up one large body fluid pool. Losses of fluid from any one source is reflected in the levels of all the body's other fluids: e.g. profuse sweating will ultimately result in decreased blood volume. If a patient loses enough fluid through any manner-bleeding, sweating, vomiting, or diarrhea-the end result is the same: dehydration and, potentially, volume shock. Adequate fluid is also critically important in hot environments to help our body thermoregulate (see Heat Illnesses page 00). Remember, dehydration can kill!
Heat Related Injuries
Bites Stings. Burns. heat related injuries. Spinal Cord Injury how, why, and what to do about heatrelated injuries. Heat Stroke Prevention - http//www.allsands.com. Heat stroke is
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Heat Related Injuries Definition And Information - OutdoorPlaces.Com
heat related injuries Guide. Select A Topic Every year heat relatedinjuries kill experienced, wellconditioned hikers. In the United
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Extractions: site. Heat Related Injuries Guide Select A Topic To Go Heat Related Injuries Dehydration prevention symptoms treatment Heat Exhuastion symptoms treatment Sunstroke symptoms treatment Summary Heat injuries are close cousins to their winter time counterparts. Where hypothermia is the reduction of normal body temperature by 2-1/2 degrees or more, heat injuries is when the body temperatures soars above normal, or the body loses its ability to regulate heat due to exertion or exposure to a hot climate. Just like hypothermia, the very old, the very young, and those with circulatory disorders are more likely to get heat related injuries.
Heat Related Injuries Definition And Information - OutdoorPlaces.Com
heat related injuries Guide. Prevention of heat related injuries are very simpleand require just a little common sense Wear a hat with a broad rim.
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Extractions: site. Heat Related Injuries Guide Select A Topic To Go Heat Related Injuries Dehydration prevention symptoms treatment Heat Exhuastion symptoms treatment Sunstroke symptoms treatment Summary Sunstroke (heatstroke) is a life threatening medical emergency. It is one of the few medical emergencies where heroic measures need to be taken immediately to help save the victims life. Sunstroke is the opposite of hypothermia.
Heat Related Injuries.
A Girls 14U Fastpitch Softball Team from Orange County, New York! MW StarsHome. Schedules. Cheers. Photos. FAQ. heat related injuries. The Team. Links. Sponsors. Warm weather is wonderful. It is
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Extractions: Here are three problems children can have in hot weather. These conditions are largely brought on by heat and dehydration and with proper care it is possible to prevent them. Heat cramps are muscle contractions, usually in the gastronomies or hamstring muscles (the muscles at the back of the calves). These contraction are forceful and painful. These cramps seem to be connected to heat, dehydration, and poor conditioning, rather than to lack of salt or other mineral imbalances. They usually improve with rest, drinking water, and a cool environment. Although partly due to exhaustion and feeling like exhaustion, as the name implies heat exhaustion is also a result of excessive heat and dehydration. The signs of heat exhaustion include paleness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, fainting, and a moderately increased temperature (101-101 degrees F) which, in this case, is not truly a fever , but caused by the heat. Rest and water may help in mild heat exhaustion, and ice packs and a cool environment (with a fan blowing at the child) may also help. More severely exhausted patients may need IV fluids, especially if vomiting keeps them from drinking enough.
SUMMER FUN - SUMMER SAFETY AVOIDING HEAT RELATED INJURIES
SUMMER FUN SUMMER SAFETY. AVOIDING heat related injuries. By Jack H. Olender,Esq. This article was published in The Washington Afro-American.
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Extractions: By Jack H. Olender, Esq. This article was published in The Washington Afro-American. F rom the shady tree-lined terraces of upper Northwest through the opened-hydrant streets of Southeast, to Rehoboth, Bethany and back, anyone who has ever spent a summer in the Washington metropolitan area knows first-hand the stifling, overwhelming, mindnumbing heat and humidity that engulfs the region this time of year: the temps in April and May that approach the mid-90's, followed by the record-breaking heat-waves in July, August and September that steadily climb into the low-100's with heat indexes 5 to 10 degrees higher. While summer conjures up the promise of parks, picnics, and lazy boating outings, it also camouflages the threat of a hidden menace, heat related injuries, which we quite often relegate to those society considers most vulnerable, our senior citizens. While the risk is highest among the elderly, heat-related exhaustion, stroke and death, under the right conditions, can affect healthy people of any age. Heat related illnesses occur when the body gains heat faster than it can dispose of it, and the illnesses can be rapidly brought on by exertion in poor atmospheric conditions. Any extended period of time spent in above average air temperatures can overwhelm the body's ability to cool itself and bring on the following conditions:
PREVENTING HEAT RELATED INJURIES
than the stove to keep your home cooler.PREVENTING heat related injuriesSharon K our first andforemost treatment for heatrelated injuries.Continued on Page 3 Membership in the
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Heat.htm
heat related injuries. The old idea that water should be withheldfrom athletes during workouts has no scientific foundation. The
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Extractions: The old idea that water should be withheld from athletes during workouts has no scientific foundation . The most important safeguard to the health of the athlete is the replacement of water. Water should be on the field and readily available to the athlete at all times. It is recommended that a minimum 10-minute water break be scheduled for every half- hour of heavy exercise in the heat. Heat Cramps Painful cramps involving abdominal muscles and extremities caused by intense prolonged exercise in the heat and depletion of salt and water due to profuse sweating. Heat Stroke An acute medical emergency related to thermoregulatory failure. Associated with nausea, seizures, disorientation, and possible unconsciousness or coma. It may occur suddenly without being preceded by any other clinical signs. The individual is usually unconscious with a high body temperature and hot dry skin.
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HEATRELATED INJURIES. Fitness training and athletic conditioning in hot and humid weather can be result from exercise in these conditions. Heat related problems vary in severity
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Extractions: STAFF AREAS OF SPECIALTY PERSONALIZED EXERCISE PROGRAM ONLINE PATIENT REGISTRATION ... HOME HEAT-RELATED INJURIES Fitness training and athletic conditioning in hot and humid weather can be dangerous. Illnesses like heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke may result from exercise in these conditions. Heat related problems vary in severity. The least severe heat problem is painful muscle contractions that occur in the extremities and abdominal region known as heat cramps. Heat exhaustion is an advanced fatigue characterized by excessive thirst, dry mouth, weight loss, weakness, incoordination, and mental dullness. Heatstroke symptoms include headache, vertigo, fatigue, absence of sweating, along with hot flushed dry skin, and rapidly increasing pulse and respiration rates. Heatstroke is the most dangerous heat related illness. Heat related problems can generally be prevented by sensible precautions. Properly condition their bodies to perform in heat. Repeated exposure to heat during training allows the body to adapt and decreases the chance of problems. An adequate water supply should always be available and drinks taken at regular intervals. A diet low in fat is advised with fluids rich in minerals like fruit juice. Workouts should be modified when necessary to adapt to excessive heat conditions. Athletes with prior heat related problems should receive special care to prevent recurrence by obtaining adequate rest and exercising during the cooler times of the day.
OSN Feature Story: Avoiding And Preventing Heat Related Injuries When Playing So
AVOIDING AND PREVENTING heat related injuries WHEN PLAYING SOCCER. There are somesimple guidelines which have been prepared by the American College of Sports
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OSN Feature Story: Avoiding And Preventing Cold Related Injuries When Playing So
AVOIDING AND PREVENTING COLD RELATED INJURIES WHEN PLAYING SOCCER, 2002. Just aswith my last article on the prevention of heat related injuries there are also
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Heat Related Injuries In Children:::Speak Up For Kids
SPEAK UP FOR KIDS heat related injuries in Children HeatRelated Injuries Threedangers of summertime are heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke.
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Extractions: IMPORTANT NOTE: The World Wide Web is not a substitute for the care of a competent health care provider. These tips are for information purposes only. Three dangers of summertime are heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke. These are all manifestations of dehydration caused by excessive sweating. Heat cramps is the mildest of these three forms. It is characterized by severe cramping of the muscles, similar to what is seen with football players during a game. Treatment is straightforward. Give your child a cold glass of water every 15 minutes and put him or her in a cool shaded place. Heat cramps are rarely, if ever, serious. Unless your child is showing some additional signs of distress, you do not need to contact your physician. Heat exhaustion is a more serious form of heat stress. In heat exhaustion, the dehydration is somewhat more severe. It is characterized by dizziness, fainting, sweating, and a normal body temperature. If your child shows signs of heat exhaustion, you should:
KidsGrowth.com
Children are more susceptible to heat related injuries because Children have agreater surface area to weight ratio than do adults, which causes a greater
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Heat Related Injuries
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Extractions: The main problem associated with exercising in hot weather is water loss through sweating. Water loss is best replaced by allowing athletes to drink as much water as they like, whenever they wish. Heat Cramps First Aid: Heat Fatigue Heat Exhaustion First Aid: Heat Stroke Individual is usually unconscious Dry skin- not sweating High body temperature Hot, red skin
DISEASE: Heat Related Injuries
probuy.net Probuy Safety. Our line of cooling products (vests, bandana s)for prevention of heat stress / heat related illness.
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KSU Sentinel
Preventing heat related injuries and Illnesses, , KSU Sentinel, a newspaper ofKennesay State University. Preventing heat related injuries and Illnesses.
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Extractions: document.write(''+''); Current Issue: document.write(currentissuedayname + ', ' + currentissuemonthname + ' ' + currentissueday + ', ' + currentissueyear); Search Archive Login Register ... Sports By By Alisha Alford, Staff Writer Published: Wednesday, August 28, 2002 Imagine being on the tennis court watching someone faint in front of you, or playing ultimate Frisbee on the green only to see someone collapse from pain, exhaustion or loss of consciousness. You could witness this someday or, more importantly, it may happen to you, if you are not in the best condition to participate in outdoor sporting events. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, athletes and the young are the most susceptible to fall victim to heat related injuries and illnesses; more specifically those who regularly participate in sport practices or other sporting events during intense heat or in poorly ventilated areas. Heat exhaustion occurs when your body has been overexerted, or if there is increased sweating due to poor air circulation and ventilation. Heat exhaustion can cause fainting, weakness, and worse, collapsing. It is best to get to a cool place and drink plenty of water or other non-alcoholic fluids, for proper re-hydration. Also, remove any unnecessary layers of clothing.
Thedesertsun.com | Avoiding Heat-related Injuries
Avoiding heatrelated injuries. heat related injuries are preventable by drinkingplenty of fluids before, during and after exercise or activity.
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Extractions: The most common cause of heat-related illnesses is not taking in enough fluids to replace those escaping, mostly through sweat. Sweat rates vary depending on factors such as height and weight, fitness level, hydration status, environmental conditions, clothing and the type of exercise. Sweating is good because it is a natural response to regulate body temperature; however, the fluids which are lost need to be replaced or dehydration will occur. Dehydration causes the bodys core temperature to rise, reducing cardiac function and decreasing the ability to sweat and cool down. Early warning signs of dehydration are fatigue and muscle cramping. Other symptoms may include loss of appetite, nausea, poor concentration, flushed skin, light-headedness and dark urine. The best cure for dehydration is to get out of the heat and rehydrate. Drink clear fluids or Gatorade-type products with carbohydrate to prevent fatigue and provide energy. A sports drink with small amounts of sodium can promote complete rehydration. Beverages containing caffeine or carbonation should be avoided. Muscle cramps can be massaged and cooled with water.
Heat Related Injuries Can Be Fatal
Boroughwide News, May 29, 2003. heat related injuries can be fatal.The temperature is rising and so is the risk for heat stroke. Heat
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Extractions: The temperature is rising and so is the risk for heat stroke. "Heat-related injuries can range from a relatively minor problem like heat cramps to a more serious condition like heat stroke, which can be fatal," says Dr. Neal Flomenbaum, chief of Emergency Medicine at New York-Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical Center. Heat stroke occurs when a person can no longer perspire and his or her temperature control mechanism stops working. At first, it will seem like heat exhaustion, but the patient may begin to experience confusion, seizures, and other more severe side affects. Dr. Flomenbaum suggests the following tips to stave off the sizzling summer temperatures: Slow down - Strenuous activities should be reduced or eliminated, or rescheduled to a cool time of day. Persons at risk, especially the elderly, should stay in the coolest place available out of the sun or in an air-conditioned room.
Types
Types of heat related injuries. Photo credit Pyramid Masonry Contractors Inc.,Orlando, Fla. There are three main types of heat related injuries.
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Extractions: Contractors Inc., Orlando, Fla. There are three main types of heat related injuries. Heat stroke is the most serious threat to health. Heat stoke is caused by the body's failure to regulate its core temperature. Sweating stops and the body no longer can cool itself. Victims of heat stroke can die or suffer permanent brain damage if not treated promptly. Heat exhaustion results from loss of fluid. The person will still sweat but experiences weakness, fatigue, nausea, or headache. The skin maybe clammy and moist, the complexion pale or flushed and temperature normal to slightly higher. Heat cramps are painful spasms of the muscle. They most often occur in the muscles of the legs but can occur else where. These are caused when large quantities of water are taken but the body is in need of salt. Back to Home Page Preventing Heat Injuries Links to Other Sites
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Preventing heat related injuries.
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Extractions: Links to Other Heat Related Sites http://www.supernetwork.net/csn/features/j19980601.htm Keeping workers cool. Goes over common heat related problems, symptoms, and what to if the symptoms occur. http://www.osha-slc.gov/TechMan_data/II_4.html Osha's Technical Manual Chapter 4 section II-Heat Stress A good source that offers an introduction, a section of heat disorders and heat effects and more. http://www.umr.edu/~umrshs/heat.html Offers the symptoms, mental status, core temperature and treatment of heat exhaustion and heat stroke http://www.peiapathways.com/lvminter/self care/heatexha.htm A good site that asks questions to determine if the signs of heat stoke or heat exhaustion are present as well as offering advise toward prevention of heat exhaustion and heat stroke Back to Home Page Types of Heat Related Injuries Preventing Heat Related Injuries

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