Medical Responders for Heat Waves

Medical Responders for Heat Waves

Medical Responders for Heat Waves

01/28/23

“Why are medical responders critical during heat waves?”

Heat waves are public health emergencies. The intense strain they put on human bodies can lead to dehydration, stroke, and even death. Medical Responders for Heat Waves play a critical role in responding to such events. They can perform actions such as placing people on I.V systems, setting up cooling centers, and rushing large numbers of people to hospitals. As the climate warms with each passing minute, these medical professionals are only going to become more important.

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