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The cold of winter can be particularly dangerous to elderly persons because they are more susceptible to weather related illnesses than any other age group.
“Older persons who are exposed to severe cold can become hypothermic quickly. And some older individuals exposed to even midly cool temperatures, below 70 degrees for an extended period of time may become hypothermic as well,” said Janette Newhouse, Virginia Tech Extension specialist in adult development and aging.
Certain health problems may increase risk of hypothermia. These include hypothyroidism, (under activity of the thyroid gland) arthritis, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, diabetes, head injuries, and alcoholism. Each of these may interfere with the production and retention of body heat.
“Prevention works in avoiding accidental hypothermia,” said Newhouse.
Dress for warmth and comfort,
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