Tag: Heat- / Sunstroke
Fan Use in Extreme Heat May Be Detrimental to Health in Elderly
Heart rate, core body temperature rose more with electric fan use than without in 108 degree heat
Heat Illness Risk Highest in Early Preseason College Football
Coaches, trainers need to be aware of heat illness symptoms, researchers say
Meds Up Hospitalization for Dehydration, Heat-Linked Illness
Commonly used meds linked to increased risk of hospitalization for dehydration, heat-related illness
Climate Change May Lead to Higher Prevalence of CKD
Rising temperatures, less rain contributing to the growing epidemic of heat stress nephropathy
Experts Warn Climate Change Will Bring More ER Visits, Mortality
Strongest link between temperatures and heat-related hospital visits is among 18- to 64-year-olds
Medications Can Increase Risk of Heat-Related Illness
Mechanisms include diuresis and electrolyte imbalance, sedation and cognitive impairment
