Environmental Illnesses

Front

Heat Cramps Symptoms

Back

Muscle cramps (legs, arms, stomach), heavy sweating

Front

Heat Cramps - What to do

Back

Move to shade, rest, drink water or sports drink, gently stretch the muscle

Front

Heat Exhaustion Symptoms

Back

Pale skin, sweating, dizziness, nausea, headache

Front

Heat Exhaustion - What to do

Back

Move to cool place, loosen clothing, give small sips of water, apply cool cloths, call 911 if symptoms don’t improve

Front

Heat Stroke Symptoms

Back

Hot red skin, confusion, no sweating, possible unconsciousness

Front

Heat Stroke - What to do

Back

Call 911, move to shade, cool with water/fan, do not give drinks if unconscious

Front

Superficial Frostbite Symptoms

Back

Pale or white skin, skin feels cold, soft, and numb, tingling or burning sensation

Front

Superficial Frostbite - What to do

Back

Move to a warm place, gently warm the skin using body heat or warm (not hot) water, do not rub the area, monitor for changes or worsening

Front

Deep Frostbite Symptoms

Back

Skin is hard or frozen, blue, purple, or black color, no feeling in the area, may involve deeper tissue (muscle/nerves)

Front

Deep Frostbite - What to do

Back

Call 911 immediately, move to a warm area, protect the area with a loose dry dressing, do not attempt to rewarm if there’s a chance of refreezing