Heat Safety

Follow the links in the list below to find information on the health effects of heat, including heat exhaustion.

For information on burns, go to the specific HealthInsite topic page on Burns and Scalds below.

Reviewed January 2009

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Title:   Heat stress and the elderly
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Heat stress may affect older people more than others. People aged 65 years and over may be at increased risk of heat-related illnesses and may need special care in hot weather. Heat stress can cause mild conditions such as a rash or cramps to serious and life-threatening conditions such as heat stroke.
Date:   Oct 2009
Title:   Body temperature - quiz
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Fever, heat stroke and extreme cold can all change body temperature. What is high temperature, what is normal body temperature and what can cause it to drop? Test your knowledge about the conditions that can affect your body temperature.
Date:   May 2009
Title:   Heat stress and sport - reducing the risks
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Heat and sport or physical activity (exercise) can be a dangerous combination. Heat stress occurs when sweat can't evaporate fast enough to keep the body sufficiently cool. Symptoms include muscle cramps and headache. You can prevent heat stress during sport by drinking plenty of fluids, taking frequent rest breaks and avoiding exercise during the hottest part of the day.
Date:   Mar 2009
Title:   Muscle aches and pains: treatments - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Anti-inflammatory medications can help in the treatment of muscular aches and pains by reducing inflammation, while heat rubs can help to over-ride the sensation of pain.
Date:   Mar 2009
Title:   Media release. Elliot: Older Australians - heatwave response
Publisher:   Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
Description:   The Australian Government has reminded older Australians and nursing home operators to prepare for the upcoming heatwave.
Date:   Feb 2009
Title:   Babies in hot weather
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   The hot weather can be a time of risk for babies because they are easily affected by the heat. It is important to keep them from getting overheated. Babies can get stressed by the heat and need extra care in very hot weather.
Date:   Oct 2008
Title:   Child safety - hot weather
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Hot weather can be dangerous for babies and young children. They can quickly lose body fluids through perspiration which leads to dehydration. Children need to drink regularly, wear light clothing and be kept cool. Never leave a baby or child in a car, even in cool weather.
Date:   Jul 2008
Title:   Summer sanity: keeping baby cool
Publisher:   Australian Breastfeeding Association
Description:   Babies and mothers need special attention in extremes of temperature to ensure that they are comfortable and well hydrated.
Date:   Jan 2008
Title:   Ecstasy: guidelines for safer dancing - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   If you are going to use ecstasy, these tips may reduce your risk of serious harm or death.
Date:   Sep 2006
Title:   Ecstasy: effects on the body - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Because ecstasy is commonly taken during dance or rave parties, the stimulant effects are likely to increase.
Date:   Sep 2006
Title:   Heat rash or prickly heat - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Heat rash or prickly heat is caused by blockage of sweat glands during times of high heat or humidity, causing itching or prickling of the skin.
Date:   Aug 2006
Title:   Staying safe in the car
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   Car accidents are the greatest risk children face, and there are a number of things parents can do to help protect children in and around cars. Practical tips on using restraints, and keeping children cool in hot cars.
Date:   Aug 2006
Title:   Heat and infertility
Publisher:   Andrology Australia
Description:   A cooler temperature in the testis is necessary for sperm production. High levels of heat can reduce sperm production.
Date:   Dec 2005
Title:   Heat-related illnesses - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Common symptoms of heat illnesses, such as sunstroke and heatstroke, are headaches, dizziness, muscle weakness or muscle cramps, nausea and vomiting.
Date:   Aug 2005
Title:   When it is hot at work
Publisher:   Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
Description:   Outlines how our bodies deal with heat and what is needed for our bodies to maintain correct body temperature. Identifies how heat illness can be prevented?
Date:   Jun 1995
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