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 2012

15 Resources Found

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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:	Sep 2011

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:	Jul 2011

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:	Jul 2011

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:	Jun 2011

Title:	Breast screening devices
Publisher:	Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
Description:	Concerns have been expressed that a range of breast screening devices based on technologies other than mammography have not been appropriately assessed for their safety or accuracy.
Date:	Mar 2011

Title:	Heat related Illness
Publisher:	Queensland Health
Description:	While most people are potentially at risk of experiencing discomfort during extremely hot weather, older people, older people living alone and people with a chronic condition or illness are considered to be most susceptible to the effects of a heatwave
Date:	Jan 2011

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, serious and life-threatening conditions such as heat stroke, and worsen pre-existing medical conditions.
Date:	Jan 2011

Title:	Beat the heat, health tips for a safe season
Publisher:	Multicultural Health Communication Service
Description:	Some things you can do to minimise your risk of heat related illness.
Date:	Nov 2010

Title:	Heat stroke and heat exhaustion - myDr.com.au
Publisher:	myDr
Description:	Heat exhaustion and heat stroke occur when the body's cooling system is overloaded; heat stroke requires urgent treatment to prevent death or permanent disability.
Date:	Jul 2010

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:	Dec 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:	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
Publisher:	Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:	A guide to recognising and treating heat rash in young children.
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

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