Hypothermia & Hyperthermia / 2 posts found
The Importance of Water Storage
The Importance of Water Storage Water is one of the basic needs of men and among the most important elements of life. It is essential for numerous reasons. It is needed for hydration in order to survive. People have to drink water regularly in order to replenish the loss of liquid in the body and to quench the thirst. Water is vital to a human body. Purified water is needed for optimum health. It is also used for other important activities of men such as bathing, cleaning and cooking. Sources of Water Water can come from rain, stream or through […]
Hypothermia Education: Survival in an Extremely Cold Environment
In an outdoor environment where the weather can get cold or hot, possible things may occur to outdoor people. When the weather is extremely hot, it may not be advisable to exercise under the heat of the sun as this could cause hyperthermia. It can lead a person to death although he who experiences it can be treated. Hospitalization could be required when a person experiences hyperthermia. What is hypothermia A contrary to hyperthermia is hypothermia. This is characterized by a drop in body temperature. People could experience shivering and numbness in some parts of the body, mild confusion, and […]
