Exertional heat illness (EHI) spans a spectrum of conditions that arise when the body’s heat production during strenuous physical activity exceeds its capacity to dissipate heat. This disruption in ...

Samuel Chalmers is a Senior Lecturer at the University of South Australia and receives funding from Rowing NSW, Swimming Australia, Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), and the ...

During extremely hot days, the risk of heat stroke rises dramatically. If someone suffers from heat stroke, a strategy referred to as “cool first, transport second” is likely to save that person’s ...

Delia Montes was one of two cross-country athletes at Dodge City Community College who were treated for heat-related conditions after practicing on the hottest day of the year. Former athletes and ...

Gone are the days when weather updates were simple forecasts. Now, every hot day is a full-blown crisis. We used to just sweat through heatwaves, but now we’re at risk of death. Yes, it’s hot, but do ...

The human body suffers in extreme temperatures; heat stroke is a killer that we need to know how to protect ourselves from, particularly as the world warms up due to climate change. A mild case of ...

Heat stroke is a life‐threatening condition characterised by a rapid elevation in core body temperature above 40°C and central nervous system dysfunction. It predominantly arises from prolonged ...

Heat stroke and heat cramps are among health issues caused by extreme heat. Much of Michigan remains under a heat wave early this week, forecasters say. Extreme heat can make Michigan summer deadly, ...

Extreme heat can become lethal quickly. A young man cools off at Washington, D.C.'s Yards Park during a heat wave in 2021. Olivier Douliery/AFP via Getty Images For many people, summer is their ...

Coaches are following RIIL guidelines that restrict practice time and equipment based on temperature. Teams are implementing frequent water breaks, ice tubs, and access to indoor spaces. Coaches ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There are few things that feel better than a brisk walk outside on a warm, sunny day. But if you're ...