Heat is the number one cause of weather-related deaths in the US. What happens to our bodies when we overheat?
Hundreds of millions of people across the globe are living amid unprecedented temperatures, with July becoming the hottest month on record. Another heatwave is building in the US Pacific north-west.
Heat is the main cause of weather-related death in the US. How does it affect the body?
Fatigue
Headache
Lightheadedness
Nausea
Dry mouth
Vomiting
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