Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke

Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke are two health related health conditions that can be very serious if not treated quickly and effectively.  Both are caused by an elevation in body temperature, which is normally controlled by sweating.  Sweating allows a person to cool through evaportation, but once a person become too dehydrated to sweat, the...

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Exercising in the Heat

As the weather heats up many people move their exercise outdoors.  While exercising in the heat is generally safe for most people, taking a few extra precautions will help you stay cool and prevent problems associated with the heat.

Drink Up

When the weather heats up, make sure you drink enouhg fluids throughout the...

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Hamstring Strains

Hamstring strains are common sporting injuries particularly amongst football, basketball, soccer and tennis players as a high demand of speed, power and agility is required in these sports.  A hamstring injury typically occurs due to overstretching of the muscle fibers such as when sprinting or changing direction.  The most common site of...

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