Extractions: Working or playing sports outside in hot weather can lead to heat-related injuries. Whether being deployed, assigned to a training center or doing recreational sports outdoors, soldiers are faced with a heat threat. Mild symptoms can usually be taken care of with self-care measures but more severe symptoms need medical treatment. Types and symptoms of heat-related injuries are: Dehydration - dizziness, weakness and fatigue, rapid pulse
Extractions: AAFP Home Page Journals Vol. 58/No. 3 (September 1, 1998) ... Patient Information A patient information handout on preventing heat illness, written by the authors of this article , is provided on page 759. A lthough heat-related illnesses are treatable and preventable, at least 240 persons die of heat-related illnesses in the United States each year. In 1980, 1,700 persons died during a prolonged heat wave. Heat stroke is ranked third behind head and neck trauma and cardiac disorders as a cause of death among U.S. high school athletes. In 1995, five high school students died of heat-related illnesses. The mortality from heat-related illness is probably under-reported because deaths related to cardiovascular, cerebrovascular and respiratory disorders occur during heat waves. Etiology, Risk Factors and Pathophysiology Most heat-related problems result from environmental conditions and can be predicted and prevented. Heat-related illnesses are more common in the summer but can also occur in moderate conditions, depending on environmental factors. Heat production is affected by multiple environmental factors including temperature, humidity, sun exposure, wind and clothing. The body's thermoregulatory system is responsible for allowing the body to heat and cool itself as necessary. This system can be overwhelmed during periods of heat stress if the sum of the environmental heat load and the metabolic heat load exceeds the body's capacity for heat dissipation.
Occupational Hazards - Beating The Heat As severe as heatrelated injuries can be, Trese Louie, a safety and health heat-related injuries take their toll on too many workers, says Louie. http://www.occupationalhazards.com/safety_zones/30/article.php?id=7115
Heat-Related Illnesses (Heat Cramps, Heat Exhaustion, Heat Stroke) heat cramps are the mildest form of heat injury and consist of painful The following chart contains the most common symptoms of heatrelated injuries. http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/peds_orthopaedics/heat.cfm
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NHM Question Of The Week: Sports Injuries Respond quickly if heatrelated injuries occur . Schedule regular fluid breaksduring practice and games . Drinking water is the best choice; http://www.accessexcellence.org/HHQ/qow/qow03/qow040816.html
Extractions: The renewed interest in sports that the Olympics brings is good. The desire that motivates athletes to do their best is good. "People who haven't been exercising as much as they'd like can still get some good exercise this summer while avoiding overuse injuries. Keep in mind your age and level of conditioning so that you are realistic about what you are capable of doing, Wojtys cautions." http://www.med.umich.edu/opm/newspage/2004/hmsports.htm Whether an athlete is 25 years-old and has been training for two decades, 15 years-old and has just begun a high school sports, or 5 years-old and already dreaming of breaking the new records just set by Michael Phelps, all athletesand prospective athletesneed to remember that the most enjoyable athletic careers are those that are not plagued by injuries. "The first rule here is the most important one: the best way to deal with sports injuries is to prevent them. Prevention includes knowing the rules of the game you're playing, using the proper equipment, and playing safe."
Extractions: Heat-Related Illnesses (Heat Cramps, Heat Exhaustion, Heat Stroke) Exposure to abnormal or prolonged amounts of heat and humidity without relief or adequate fluid intake can cause various types of heat-related illness. Children adjust more slowly than adults do to changes in environmental heat. They also produce more heat with activity than adults, and sweat less. Sweating is one of the body's normal cooling mechanisms. Children often do not think to rest when having fun and may not drink enough fluids when playing, exercising, or participating in sports. Children with chronic health problems, or those who take certain medicines, may be more susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Children who are overweight or wear heavy clothing during exertion, such as marching band or football uniforms, are also more susceptible. There are three types of heat-related illnesses: Heat cramps are the mildest form of heat injury and consist of painful muscle cramps and spasms that occur during or after intense exercise and sweating in high heat. What is heat exhaustion?
News For Parents.org - Protecting Children From Heat Stroke There are three types of heatrelated injuries heat cramps, heat heat-relatedinjuries can be avoided by taking the proper precautions during the hot, http://www.newsforparents.org/experts_heat_stroke2.html
Extractions: By Dr. Joan Shook As the weather heats up, it's more important for kids and adolescents to stay cool while playing outdoors. Seldom does a child complain about the heat, like an adult does. But it's important to know that children are more susceptible to heat stress than adults because they absorb more heat on a hot day. There are three types of heat-related injuries: heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Heat stroke is the most severe of the three types of heat-related injuries and is considered a medical emergency. Signs that a child has experienced heat stroke include a very high temperature (104 degrees or higher); hot, dry, red skin; no sweating; confusion, deep breathing and possibly a loss of consciousness.
Sports Injury Prevention--Heat Related Respond quickly if heatrelated injuries occur. Schedule regular fluid breaksduring practice and games. Kids need to drink at least eight ounces of fluid http://www.arthritis.org/resources/SIP/sun.asp
Extractions: While not contributing to joint problems, vigorous exercise in the sun and heat can lead to other types of injuries and, in the worst cases, even death. Playing rigorous sports in the heat requires close monitoring of both body and weather conditions. Heat-related illnesses include: Dehydration deficit in body fluids Heat stroke headache, dizziness, confusion, and hot dry skin, possibly leading to vascular collapse, coma, and death. Take the following simple steps to have fun in the sun: Use sunscreen and a hat (where possible) to reduce the chance of sunburn (and developing various skin cancers that can occur later in life).
Temple Experts On Heat-related Injuries Temple experts on heatrelated injuries heat poses threat even if you replaying softball or golf. People think that if theyre outside sweating, http://www.scienceblog.com/community/older/2001/D/200114437.html
Extractions: From Temple University The death of Minnesota Vikings offensive tackle Korey Stringer has raised national attention to the dangers of working out in the heat and humidity. But as the following Temple University professors point out, you dont need to be taking part in an NFL practice to be in danger. Heat poses threat even if you're playing softball or golf Contact Dr. Libonati at 215-204-1957 or in the evening at 610-658-0428. Macho mentality still exists, even in high school sports Contact Dr. Sachs at 215-204-8718. For more information contact the Office of News and Media Relations, 215-204-7476
Extractions: 5010 Old Manor Road In light of near-normal summer temperatures and an increase in heat-related incidents including children left unattended in vehicles, officials from Austin-Travis County EMS and the Travis County Sheriff's Department will hold a press conference to discuss heat-related illness / injuries, and the ramifications and consequences of leaving children unattended in vehicles. We conducted an experiment at 2:00 in the afternoon measuring the interior temperature of a closed vehicle. The reading from our accurate digital thermometer was extremely surprising, even to us! On Friday, July 16, we invite you to join us as we re-recreate our original experiment and demonstrate how quickly the interior temperature of a closed vehicle can reach dangerous levels.
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Extractions: Home Health Information Health Topics A to Z Health Topics A to Z Exposure to abnormal or prolonged amounts of heat and humidity without relief or adequate fluid intake can cause various types of heat-related illness. Children adjust more slowly than adults do to changes in environmental heat. They also produce more heat with activity than adults, and sweat less. Sweating is one of the body's normal cooling mechanisms. Children often do not think to rest when having fun and may not drink enough fluids when playing, exercising, or participating in sports. Children with chronic health problems, or those who take certain medicines, may be more susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Children who are overweight or wear heavy clothing during exertion, such as marching band or football uniforms, are also more susceptible. There are three types of heat-related illnesses: What are heat cramps?
MIT Medical - E-Well Tip - April 29, 2004 For more information on preventing heatrelated injuries, visit the Mayo Clinic swebsite. DRESS FOR SUCCESS Choose loose fitting clothes - this allow air http://web.mit.edu/medical/ewell/e-040429.html
Extractions: April 29, 2004 The temperature is continuing to rise. Spring is here and summer is just around the corner! If your weekend plans include outdoor activities like biking, roller-blading, walking, or yard work, it's important to be sure that you are keeping yourself safe from the heat and sun. Here are some quick tips and useful websites that will help you do just that! IT'S HIP TO HYDRATE Not only is sipping a water bottle the "in" thing to do, it is key in preventing heat-related injuries like heat exhaustion, heat stroke, heat cramps, and dehydration. It's extremely important to drink plenty of fluids - whether you choose water or sports drinks is up to you - a combination of both is often best. In order to keep popery hydrated, you should drink fluids before, during, and after exercise. During exercise, aim for six to eight ounces of fluid for every 15 to 20 minutes of exercise. TIMING IS EVERYTHING On hot days, you should be exercising before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m. - the hours in between are when the sun is the strongest and the temperatures are the highest. If you must exercise during these hours, remember to try and stay in shaded areas and walk, bike, or jog on grass or dirt paths rather than on the hot pavement.
Extractions: Board of Trustees Corporate Information Systems Covering Kids and Families/Outreach DataMart Employment Opportunities External Affairs Grants Health Advantage Program HIPAA Human Resources/Friendly Access Legacy House Legal Marion County Health Department Partners Project S.H.A.P.E. Public Relations Purchasing Rawls Scholarship Fund Wishard Health Services Home For immediate release July 25, 2005 Contact: John T. Althardt, (317) 221-2316 Heat Creates Health Threat: Health Department Urges Caution For Those Who Must Be Outside The Marion County Health Department is urging those who do not have to be outside today and tomorrow to restrict their outdoor activities to avoid potential heat-related injuries. With the heat index expected to reach at or above 100 degrees today and Tuesday, the risk for heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke is very high. The elderly and the very young are most at risk, but anyone who is over-exposed to the severe heat runs the risk of a heat-related injury. The threat to the elderly and those three years old and younger is due to the fact they do not sweat efficiently. Those who are overweight, on certain medications and those who are chronically ill also face higher risks from the extreme heat.
Virtual Children's Hospital: CQQA: Heat-Related Health Problems heatrelated health problems happen when your body temperature gets too high . See related Patient Topics heat Illness, injuries and Wounds, Skin, http://www.vh.org/pediatric/patient/pediatrics/cqqa/heatillnesses.html
Extractions: Peer Review Status: Internally Reviewed Common Questions, Quick Answers What are heat-related health problems? What causes them? Heat Rash Heat Cramps People who sweat a lot during exercise can get heat cramps. Sweat is made of your body's salt and water. When you sweat a lot, your body loses too much salt. The low salt level causes muscles to tighten and cramp, which can be painful. They usually happen in your arm and leg muscles.
The Heat Is On - Outdoor Activity Could Be Harmful Nationwide, 20 football players have died from heatrelated injuries since 1995,including 3 last year, among them Minnesota Vikings tackle Korey Stringer. http://rev.tamu.edu/stories/02/080702-5.html
Extractions: Nationwide, 20 football players have died from heat-related injuries since 1995, including 3 last year, among them Minnesota Vikings tackle Korey Stringer. But anyone can be affected: An average of 318 Americans die each year from heat-related illnesses, many of them elderly citizens, according to the American Medical Athletic Association.
