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Common Myths

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Myths About Overheating and Heat Stroke: Part 2
Myths About Overheating and Heat Stroke: Part 2
Knowing the facts and common misconceptions about Extreme Heat, Heat Illnesses and Heat Stress can help you prevent, protect, stay cool while outdoors. Even while taking precautions, you may still... Read more...
Myths About Overheating and Heat Stroke: Part 1
Myths About Overheating and Heat Stroke: Part 1
Heat and heat illness is widely misunderstood. Uncover the truths and reality on the nature of heat, how heat affects the body and how the body responds to heat. MYTH... Read more...
Myths About Heat And The Body
Myths About Heat And The Body
MYTH 1: It Takes Very High Temperatures to Create Extreme Heat in the Body. MYTH 2: Heat Index Is A Good Indicator of Heat in the Body. MYTH 3: Wet Bulb Globe... Read more...
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