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URL: http://www.redcross.org/portal/site/en/menuitem.86f46a12f382290517a8f210b80f78a0/?vgnextoid=8cc6a5f0f013b110VgnVCM10000089f0870aRCRD&vgnextfmt=default

Description:
This fact sheet defines terms related to extreme heat, lists precautions to take during heat waves, and discusses signs and treatment of illnesses caused by extreme heat. Covers concepts such as the heat index, heat stroke, and sunstroke. From the American Red Cross.

LII Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Extreme Temperatures, Heat Exposure & Sunburn, Outdoor Recreation, Safety, Weather

Publisher:
The American National Red Cross

Extra Keywords
heat cramps exhaustion

Library of Congress Subject Headings:
Heat -- Physiological effect
Heat exhaustion
Heat stroke

LII Database Information:
Record 21558 created by Jennifer English on 05/15/2006
Last modification on 06/20/2009
Published: 05/18/2006  
Funding agency: California State Library
LII Item ID: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/21558

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