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Yat-Sen University

Yat-Sen University

15 Jul 2024

“Heat stroke is a severe heat-related illness that involves a significant elevation in body temperatures, usually as a result of prolonged exposure to high temperatures or physical exertion in high temperatures,” Dr. Bangash said, noting “heat stroke is seen most commonly when there’s a sudden increase in environmental temperatures.”“The early summer heat wave is when it’s the highest r...

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Beihang University

Beihang University

15 Jul 2024

“The earliest phase of heat stroke is called a hyperthermic neurologic phase,” Dr. Bangash said, noting, “you'll see hyperthermia, a significant elevation of body temperature, causing confusion, slurred speech, agitation and sometimes irritability. In severe cases, seizures and coma are possible.”Skin is mostly dry in heat stroke“Heat exhaustion is one of the milder forms of heat-re...

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University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania

15 Jul 2024

“In children, the central nervous system is not fully developed. And similarly in adults 65 or older, the central nervous system—although fully developed—starts to deteriorate, which makes your body less able to cope with changes in the body temperature,” Dr. Bangash said. “So, both age groups are at higher risk.“When these populations experience a heat stroke, they present with more s...

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Cambridge University

Cambridge University

15 Jul 2024

Recognizing them for their altruism, advocacy and professional skill, the AMA Foundation has honored nine physicians and one medical student with the 2024 Excellence in Medicine Awards.The AMA Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the AMA, celebrates the health professionals who exemplify the highest values of volunteerism, community engagement, leadership and dedication to the care...

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University of Southern California

University of Southern California

15 Jul 2024

“If you see anyone who shows any signs of heat stroke, the immediate steps should be to call 911 and try to get that patient to the hospital,” Dr. Bangash said. Noting “while waiting on paramedics, do not hesitate to initiate first aid, and try to get the person to an air-conditioned environment or at least to a cool, shady area and remove any unnecessary clothing.”“Rapid and effective c...

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