Health
The dangers of heat-related illnesses
Prolonged exposure to both heat and humidity can lead to heat-related illnesses—from heat cramps to exhaustion to life-threatening heatstroke.
Jul 25, 2024
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News tagged with heat exhaustion
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Heat exhaustion more likely to strike athletes who use nicotine, study finds
Olympic athletes with a nicotine habit, beware. New Brock-led research has found nicotine consumption—whether smoking, chewing, vaping or even wearing a patch—raises the risk of developing heat exhaustion while undergoing ...
Jul 23, 2024
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As South Florida heats up, ice immersion cools the body—fast
Deanna Young, 31, lowers herself into a 100-gallon tub filled with ice water at her Delray Beach gym. After 45 minutes of cardio and strength exercises in the intense Florida heat, she wants to cool off fast.
Jul 23, 2024
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