HEAT STROKEWhat is Heat Stroke? And what are the symptoms and the treatment of it?

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Rameez NasirSana SajidOwais Ul Hassan

WHAT IS HEAT STROKE?

Heatstroke is a condition caused by the body overheating.

This is most serious form of heat injury. Heatstroke can occur if the body

temperature rises to 104 F (40 C) or higher.

It can quickly damage the brain, heart, kidneys and muscles.

It increases the risk of serious complications or death.

What are the symptoms of Heat Stroke? Headache. Dizziness and light-headedness. Lack of sweating despite the heat. Red, hot, and dry skin. Muscle weakness or cramps. Nausea and vomiting. Rapid heartbeat, which may be either strong

or weak. Rapid, shallow breathing Behavioral changes such as confusion. Unconsciousness.

Who is at risk for heat stroke? Those most at risk individuals to heat stroke

include: Infants The elderly (often with associated heart

diseases, lung diseases, kidney diseases, or who are taking medications that make them vulnerable to dehydration and heat strokes)

Athletes Individuals who work outside and physically

exert themselves under the sun. Infants, children, or pets left in cars.

Preventing Heat Stroke

Preventing Heat Stroke

Preventing Heat Stroke

Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing. Use a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of

30 or more. Drink extra fluids. To prevent dehydration, it's

generally recommended to drink at least eight glasses of water, fruit juice, or vegetable juice per day.

Take additional precautions when exercising or working outdoors.

Reschedule or cancel outdoor activity. If possible, shift your time outdoors to the coolest times of the day, either early morning or after sunset.

The last thing to say,

BE SAFE FROM HEAT STROKE AS IT IS A DEATH GIVING DISEASE.

THAT’S ALL!!THANK YOU!!