Sunburn can be avoided by using tropical PABA-containing ultraviolet light-blocking agents and by avoiding sunlight in the middle of the day.
Heat Syndrome
Caused by excessive loss of body water, electrolyte depletion or both. Symptoms include headaches, nausea, vomiting, light-headedness, malaise and muscle pains.
Heat Exhaustion
Treat with shade, water sprinkling, fanning and ice packs to head, neck, armpits and groin.
Heat Stroke
Caused by impairment of the heat-regulating mechanism of the body. Shivering diminishes as the body temperature rises. Victims are confused, uncoordinated and lapse into coma. This is a medical emergency. It is treated by immediately cooling by removing all clothing, covering with wetted sheets or towels, fanning to promote by evaporation and rehydration.
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