Hyperthermia:Overheating of the body, possibly due to extreme weather conditions. Unrelievedhyperthermiacan lead to collapse anddeath, particularlyinthe elderly. Hyperthermia can be prevented in many cases through use of airconditioningandventilation以及通过确保脆弱persons drink extrawater. In emergency cases of hyperthermia, injections ofsalinesolution and rapid cooling of the body may be necessary. Also known as heatstroke andheat prostration.
