PREVENTING HYPOTHERMIA FOR THE LAYPERSON

 

Hypothermia may occur outdoors or indoors.The
key to prevention, is taking necessary measures
to stop this.

It is important to understand the causes and ways to
prevent the occasion. Here are some helpful hints:
- THINK AHEAD if going hiking , skiing or engaging
in other outdoor activities.

- Always carry an extra set of warm clothing and enough fluids.
- Try to keep small children well hydrated and avoid prolonged 
  overexposure of small children to very cold weather.


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