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Many farmworkers believe they cannot get sick from the heat, because they are used to working under the sun The truth is that anyone can get heat illness,
Climate change poses many risks to human health Some health impacts of climate change are already being felt in the United States We need to safeguard our
Drink regularly even if you do not feel thirsty – water or fruit juice are best • Have plenty of cold drinks, avoid excess alcohol, caffeine and hot drinks •
You may cool down too quickly and become ill or dizzy * When working outside – If you must work outside – take precautions - wear proper clothing, take
amount can have devastating effects in substantially less fluid than they have spend too much time exposed to heat as a result of slow ambulation
Workers experiencing heat stroke have a very high body temperature and may stop sweating If a worker shows signs of possible heat stroke, get medical help
Exposure to heat can cause illness and death The most serious heat illness No recent exposure to hot workplaces leading to heat stress and how to
overweight are also more likely to become victims of excessive heat If you have heart problems or are on a low sodium diet, get medical attention for
Because men sweat more than women do, they become more quickly dehydrated and are more susceptible to heat illness The duration of excessive heat plays an