There are ~500 cases of exertional heat stroke annually across the DoD and the most serious cases can lead to long-term disability or death. The Army Heat Center was created in 2019 with the mission to identify, develop and disseminate best practices for the prevention, treatment and return to duty of exertional heat illness casualties. While The Army Heat Center is located at Fort Moore GA, we provide support across the entire DoD.
The prevention of heat stroke casualties is relevant to H2F, particularly the physical domain and injury control. We have developed numerous resources to empower H2F professionals with the tools and knowledge to integrate heat illness prevention into their programs. It is important to note that many heat stroke casualties are associated with initial entry training or with testing to earn a badge or tab. Heat stroke is preventable!
| Date Taken: | 05.01.2024 |
| Date Posted: | 05.14.2024 15:09 |
| Category: | Series |
| Video ID: | 923447 |
| Filename: | DOD_110306598 |
| Length: | 00:19:32 |
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