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Washington Issues Emergency Rule on Heat-Related Illness

West News • June 1, 2007
Washington's Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) has issued an emergency rule, requiring employers to take precautions to prevent heat-related illness for anyone working outdoors in hot ...

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Subject: RE: Ever had heat stroke?

Posted On: June 1, 2007, 5:24 pm CDT
Posted By: xswoman
Comment:
Yes, I live in Arizona where it is quite common. It is a very serious condition which should be treated immediately. It tends to start with a sense of restlessness or anxiety, and progresses to lack of perspiration. Nausea accompanies it, and sometimes difficulty breathing. I would say, if you have had it, you know it!

Heatstroke ends with convulsions and loss of consciousness -- but I haven't experienced this part of it myself!
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RE: RE: Ever had heat stroke? KLS
Jun 1, 2007, 5:42 pm
RE: Ever had heat stroke? xswoman
Jun 1, 2007, 5:24 pm
Ever had heat stroke? KLS
Jun 1, 2007, 3:36 pm
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