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If these symptoms are present, call for immediate medical assistance. While medics are en route, caretakers should get the symptomatic person to a cool, shady area. Cooling the person, with either a hose, cool shower, or tub bath is important. Monitoring the person’s temperature and continuing cooling efforts is critical.
Dr. Peake reminds residents that while children, the elderly, and people with certain medical conditions are at greater risk for heat illnesses, people who participate in physical outdoor activities or drink alcohol are also at increased risk. She advises “air conditioning is the best way to protect people from heat related illness. Fans may be helpful, at certain temperatures, but research and history shows us that fan usage does not reduce mortality risk during heat-waves and can actually increase heat stress if used improperly.”
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