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Bookmark or Share- Heat Stress | NIOSH | CDCWorkers who are exposed to extreme heat or work in hot environments may be at risk of heat stress. Exposure to extreme heat can result in occupational illnesses and injuries. Heat stress can result in heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, or heat rashes.
- Heat Stress Related Illness | NIOSH | CDCHeat exhaustion is most likely to affect: The elderly. People with high blood pressure. Those working in a hot environment. Symptoms of heat exhaustion include: Headache. Nausea. Dizziness. Weakness.
- Heat exhaustion - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo ClinicIn most cases, you can treat heat exhaustion yourself by doing the following: Rest in a cool place. Getting into an air-conditioned building is best. If that's not an option, find a shady spot or sit in front of a fan. Rest on your back with your legs raised higher than your heart level. Drink cool fluids. Stick to water or sports drinks.
- Heatstroke - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicHeatstroke is a condition caused by your body overheating, usually as a result of prolonged exposure to or physical exertion in high temperatures. This most serious form of heat injury, heatstroke, can occur if your body temperature rises to 104 F (40 C) or higher.
- Warning Signs and Symptoms of Heat-Related IllnessHeat-related illnesses are preventable. Learn the symptoms and what to do if you or a loved one shows signs of having a heat-related illness. Information provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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