Hypothermia
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In cold weather, your body may lose heat faster than you can produce it. The result is hypothermia, or abnormally low body temperature. It can make you sleepy, confused and clumsy. Because it happens gradually and affects your thinking, you may not realize you need help. That makes it especially dangerous. A body temperature below 95° F is a medical emergency and can lead to death if not treated promptly.
Anyone who spends much time outdoors in cold weather can get hypothermia. You can also get it from being cold and wet, or under cold water for too long. Babies and old people are especially at risk. Babies can get it from sleeping in a cold room.
Other cold-related health problems are
- Frostbite - frozen body tissue, most often the face, ears, fingers or toes
- Frostnip - an early warning sign of frostbite that leaves affected areas white and numb
- Chilblains - red, swollen skin caused by inflamed small blood vessels
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Therapeutic Hypothermia
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Hypothermia on #MDlinx
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The effect of induced hypothermia on respiratory parameters in mechanically ventilated patients: Resuscitation http://bit.ly/bzETpP #ER
Hypothermia on #MDlinx
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Hypothermia on #MDlinx
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Fighting Hypothermia On The Battlefield
medicalnewstoday.com — “A Biomedical Engineering Senior Design team at Stevens Institute of Technology is working with the U.S. Army and New Jersey physicians to develop a new device to combat hypothermia among wounded s” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com
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Seniors Vulnerable to Hypothermia
health.yahoo.net — “SUNDAY, Feb. 6 (HealthDay News) -- In cold weather, older adults are especially vulnerable to hypothermia, and they and their loved ones need to take steps to prevent this potentially deadly condition.” View full resource at health.yahoo.net
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The Nature of Hypothermia - Wellsphere
wellsphere.com — “Like birds and other mammals, humans are endotherms; our core body temperature is independent of our environment and, in order for our organ systems to funct” View full resource at wellsphere.com
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Hypothermia facts: Heat gained by shivering, heat lost by sweating. Learn how to prevent it or stop it. http://bit.ly/7tgDUT
Endocrinology Article | Hypothermia
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Therapeutic Hypothermia During Neonatal Transport: Acta Pediatrica http://bit.ly/gtY6Cm #endo
Emergency Medicine Article | hypothermia
mdlinx.com — “Comparison of three different prehospital wrapping methods for preventing hypothermia - a crossover study in humans” View full resource at mdlinx.com
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Hypothermia - a benefit? For some cardiac patients it can be. Watch the video to learn more. http://bit.ly/cjlU0R
Hypothermia Signs and Symptoms
blog.memorialhcs.org — “Know the signs and symptoms of frostbite and hypothermia. Educate yourself on winter sports by taking lessons from skilled instructors...” View full resource at blog.memorialhcs.org
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Hypothermia - NHS Choices
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OhioHealth - Hypothermia
ohiohealth.com — “Hypothermia — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, treatment, prevention of a life-threatening cold body temperature.” View full resource at ohiohealth.com
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Hypothermia for neuroprotection after cardiopulmonary resuscitation
theheart.org — “A new literature review confirms that conventional cooling methods work safely to improve survival and reduce brain damage after cardiac arrest.” View full resource at theheart.org
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Managing Hypothermia in the Wilderness | Wilderness Utah
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