Heat stroke is a medical emergency that happens when the body overheats and can't cool itself. Learn the warning signs and what to do to cool someone while waiting for help.
Confusion, slurred speech, agitation, and disorientation are among the most serious signs of heat stroke. They mean the rising body temperature is starting to affect the brain. Trouble thinking or focusing, severe restlessness, and even aggression can all appear. Because the person isn't fully alert, do not try to give them fluids, which can cause choking. Instead, keep them cool and still, and stay with them until help arrives. These mental changes are a signal that the situation is serious and time matters.

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