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The body's natural defenses against heat decline with age. As these protective functions weaken, older adults become more susceptible to heat-related complications, including dehydration and heat stroke.
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Laborers have suffered in extreme heat triggered by climate change. Deaths aren’t inevitable, and employers can save lives by providing ample water and breaks, researchers say.
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Heatstroke can damage organs if not quickly treated. A lot of races aren't prepared to offer the right care, which includes emerging victims in ice baths at the venue to quickly cool body temperature.