Heat Stroke vs. Heat Exhaustion: Know the Signs and Symptoms

The long hot days of summer have settled in, and while not everyone has the luxury of cooling down by the pool, there are some simple things you can do to beat the heat.
Extreme weather events, like those seen during heat warnings or during the aptly named heat dome, can see temperatures rise to above 40 C when humidity is factored in.
When temperatures are that high, the human body begins to struggle and the odds of a heat illness, like exhaustion, rise with the mercury.
Dr. Erin Gallagher, assistant professor with McMaster University’s Department of Family Medicine, is a practicing family physician. In this video, she explains the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke and the easiest ways of to cool your body down during sweltering summer days.
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The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, 05/07/2024. The information provided in this video is for information purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. For any medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, it is important to consult your health care professional.
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