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Extreme Heat
Students, in groups, investigage and demonstrate the science behind the development and characteristics of extreme heat.
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Kids Health: What's the Big Sweat About Dehydration
KidsHealth offers an article on dehydration and the problems it can cause.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Extension: Urban Programs Resource Network: Wind Chill & Heat Index
This animated resource helps the younger researcher understand wind chill and heat index.Charts of each are included as are the potential dangers.
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Kids Health: How to Be Safe When You're in the Sun
Learn about the sun's harmful effects on human skin and find simple tips that help prevent getting sunburn, which can lead to skin cancer.
American Academy of Family Physicians
Aafp: Heat Related Illnesses
This article describes several heat-related illnesses including: heat edema, heat cramps, heat syncope, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Extreme Heat
Information on how to protect oneself and others during periods of extreme heat. Topics covered include the dangers of prolonged exposure to extreme heat, preventative measures to take, how to recognize heat-related stress, and people...
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Extreme Heat Prevention Guide
This site provides an excellent guide for preventing both heat stroke and heat exhaustion.
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Ready: Disaster Supply Kit
Suggestions for basic items a family should have on hand in case of disaster is reviewed.
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Kids Health: Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke
What are the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke? Learn the answer to this question and learn about emergency treatment in case of heat exhaustion or heatstroke.
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Kids Health: Heat Illness
Being out in the sun and heat, especially while exercising or participating in any physical activity, can lead to heat exaustion and heatstroke. Learn how to prevent getting sick while in the sun, and learn how to cool down if you feel ill.