How heat affects the body – inside and out
by Aliya Uteuova with illustrations by Keith Negley from on (#6DXQM)
Heat is the number one cause of weather-related deaths in the US. What happens to our bodies when we overheat?
The US Southwest is bracing for a dangerous heat wave, with millions of people under a heat advisory. Triple-digit temperatures are expected across Texas, Arizona, Nevada, and California starting Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service. The heatwave has already shattered records in Mexico, where government officials have recorded 48 deaths.
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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