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  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
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  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au/hypothermia-detection-and-treatment/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au/hypothermia-detection-and-treatment/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/hypothermia-detection-and-treatment\/","crawl_time":1776428396,"first_indexed_time":1625945110,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"au,com,firstaidkitsaustralia!blog,\/hypothermia-detection-and-treatment\/ s443","src_root_hash":"9751608992010794765","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Hypothermia: Detection and Treatment - The First Aid Kits Australia Newsroom","meta_descriptions":["Did you know that Hypothermia can affect anyone in prolonged exposure to cold temperatures? Read this important info to help you be vigilant and safe."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Reading Time:\n3\nminutes\nHypothermia can affect anyone in prolonged exposure to cold temperatures. Being true to our commitment to Make Australia a Safe place to live, work and play, here is some important info to help you be vigilant and safe.\nWhat is Hypothermia?\nHypothermia refers to a drastic drop in body temperature due to prolonged exposure to cold, as the body loses heat faster than it can produce. This is dangerous because low body temperatures can affect the brain, causing the person to be increasingly disorientated or lead to problems in the heart, nervous system, and other organs. To illustrate, normal body temperature is around 37ºC\n,\nand hypothermia occurs when the body is below 35º\nC\n, and becomes severe when the body drops below 32º\nC\n. Left untreated, Hypothermia can have devastating effects, such as heart failure.\nCauses\nHypothermia does not only occur at extreme low temperatures, but also if the person becomes chilled by rain, sweat, or from being submerged in cold water.\nCauses of Hypothermia can be described under three broad headings:\nIncreased heat loss\nDecreased heat production\nCentral Nervous System Dysfunction\nWho is at risk?\nHypothermia can affect anyone, though those at higher risk include people over 75 years old, babies and young children, people who work outdoors, and anyone with underlying physical or mental impediments such as poor blood circulation, diabetes, infections, or low body fat.\nPreparation, Detection, and Treatment.\nWe suggest a simple and easy approach to help you remember to keep yourself safe and healthy this winter:\n“AVOID. SPOT. TREAT”\nAVOID\nThis month be cautious of the cold temperatures: do not go out if it is too cold, and cover up when you do.\nTo better prevent a situation of Hypothermic Shock:\nListen to weather forecasts\nPlan ahead and limit time spent outdoors. This goes for workplaces and schools also: schedule “warm-up” breaks for outdoor workers and hold recess or lunch breaks inside.\nDress in layers\nStay Dry (this also includes avoiding overexertion and anything that will cause you to sweat a lot).\nGet out of the cold as soon as you start to feel a chill\nBe cautious that any caffeine, cigarettes, and other certain medications make you more susceptible to the cold.\nWhen indoors, ensure heating is sufficient to combat the cold.\nIf you are traveling this winter, consider winter car safety also. Whether you expect to be traveling in bad weather or not; be sure to know where you are heading and how close emergency services are. It is always a good idea to keep your own First Aid Kit in the car with you in case of any winter travel trouble. If you need a new travel First Aid Kit to keep you safe, visit:\nTravel\n. Remote First Aid Kits are designed to provide for extra cover when more than 1 hour from a medical facility and will normally include a\nThermal Blanket\nto help with exposure to cold.\nSPOT\nThe most common visible symptoms and warning signs of Hypothermia in adults include:\nshivering\nexhaustion or feeling very tired\nconfusion\nfumbling hands\nmemory loss\nslurred speech\ndrowsiness\nslow, shallow breathing\nFor infants, look out for cold and bright red skin.\nTREAT\nIf you have identified the symptoms above, take action. There are five stages of Hypothermia, though the first three can be most effectively treatable:\nMild Hypothermia\nModerate Hypothermia\nSevere Hypothermia\nHypothermia is a medical emergency so if the person’s temperature reads below 35º\nC\n, get medical attention immediately by dialing\n000.\nTo help treat someone at each stage of Hypothermia, refer to the table below and start slowly restoring warmth by removing wet clothes, warming the center of the body (chest, neck, head) while avoiding direct heat contact, and warm beverages (only if conscious, and avoid caffeine).\nHYPOTHERMIA STAGE\nSYMPTOMS\nTREATMENT\nMild\nThe body is 35-32 degrees, and the person is normal or near consciousness and shivering.\nContact\n000\nMove them out of the cold and remove any wet clothing the person is wearing, and begin slowly warming the centre of their body (chest, neck, head).\nIf body temperature increases, keep the person dry and wrap their body in a blanket.\nModerate\n32 – 28 degrees. shivering stops, consciousness becomes impaired\nContact\n000\nHandle the person gently and continue warming them slowly, avoiding direct heat contact with the skin (this includes immersing in hot water and direct contact with heat packs and hot water bottles, as rapid warming can cause heart arrhythmia).\nSevere\n28 – 24 degrees. Unconscious, may be difficult to detect vital signs\nContact\n000\nHandle the person gently, and get emergency assistance immediately.\nPerform\nCPR\nwhile warming the person if prompted by emergency services.\nYou may be required to begin CPR if necessary while warming the person, if you have not yet completed a CPR course, you can do so\nhere\nand be prepared for a safe winter.\nFor more information or help selecting an appropriate First Aid Kit contact us on 1300 789 541 or visit\nwww.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\n.\nby","attrs_markdown":"[![First Aid Kits Australia](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/logo.png)![First Aid Kits Australia](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/logo.png)![First Aid Kits Australia](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%22http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%22%20viewBox=%220%200%20210%2066%22%3E%3C\/svg%3E)![First Aid Kits Australia Logo](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/logo-mobile-first-aid-kits-australia.png)![First Aid Kits Australia Logo](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%22http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%22%20viewBox=%220%200%20210%2042%22%3E%3C\/svg%3E)![First Aid Kits Australia](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/logo.png)![First Aid Kits Australia](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%22http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%22%20viewBox=%220%200%20210%2066%22%3E%3C\/svg%3E)](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/ \"The First Aid Kits Australia Newsroom\")\n\n- [News](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/category\/news-and-events\/)\n- [Topics](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/hypothermia-detection-and-treatment\/)\n  - [Best Practice](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/category\/best-practice\/)\n  - [Defibrillators](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/category\/defibrillators\/)\n  - [First Aid Kits](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/category\/first-aid-kits\/)\n  - [First Aid Tips](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/first-aid-kits\/)\n  - [First Aid Training](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/category\/first-aid-training\/)\n  - [Preview](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/category\/preview\/)\n  - [Sales and Promotions](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/category\/sales-and-promotions\/)\n  - [Workplace Safety](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/category\/workplace-safety\/)\n- [Shop Now\\!](https:\/\/www.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/)\n\n[![](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/First-Aid-Kits-Australia-Workplacesafety3-80x80.jpg) ![](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%22http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%22%20viewBox=%220%200%2080%2080%22%3E%3C\/svg%3E)Workplace Safety Sale 1 July 2021](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/workplace-safety-sale\/)\n\n[![First Aid Tip: How to Treat Common Eye Injuries](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/first-aid-kits-australia-blog-eye-injury_blog-80x80.jpg) ![First Aid Tip: How to Treat Common Eye Injuries](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%22http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%22%20viewBox=%220%200%2080%2080%22%3E%3C\/svg%3E)First Aid Tip: 4 Most Common Eye Injuries and How to Treat Them 9 August 2021](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/first-aid-tip-4-most-common-eye-injuries-and-how-to-treat-them\/)\n\n[Show all](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/blog\/)\n\n# Hypothermia: Detection and Treatment\n11 July 2021\n\n![First Aid Tip: Hypothermia: Detection and Treatment](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/First-Aid-Kits-Australia-Hypothermia_blog-banner2.jpg)\n\n![First Aid Tip: Hypothermia: Detection and Treatment](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%22http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%22%20viewBox=%220%200%201200%20401%22%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\nReading Time:  3 minutes\n\nHypothermia can affect anyone in prolonged exposure to cold temperatures. Being true to our commitment to Make Australia a Safe place to live, work and play, here is some important info to help you be vigilant and safe.\n\n**What is Hypothermia?**\n\nHypothermia refers to a drastic drop in body temperature due to prolonged exposure to cold, as the body loses heat faster than it can produce. This is dangerous because low body temperatures can affect the brain, causing the person to be increasingly disorientated or lead to problems in the heart, nervous system, and other organs. To illustrate, normal body temperature is around 37ºC, and hypothermia occurs when the body is below 35ºC, and becomes severe when the body drops below 32ºC. Left untreated, Hypothermia can have devastating effects, such as heart failure.\n\n**Causes**\n\nHypothermia does not only occur at extreme low temperatures, but also if the person becomes chilled by rain, sweat, or from being submerged in cold water.\n\nCauses of Hypothermia can be described under three broad headings:\n\n1. Increased heat loss\n2. Decreased heat production\n3. Central Nervous System Dysfunction\n\n**Who is at risk?**\n\nHypothermia can affect anyone, though those at higher risk include people over 75 years old, babies and young children, people who work outdoors, and anyone with underlying physical or mental impediments such as poor blood circulation, diabetes, infections, or low body fat.\n\n#### **Preparation, Detection, and Treatment.**\nWe suggest a simple and easy approach to help you remember to keep yourself safe and healthy this winter: **“AVOID. SPOT. TREAT”**\n\n**AVOID**\n\nThis month be cautious of the cold temperatures: do not go out if it is too cold, and cover up when you do.\n\nTo better prevent a situation of Hypothermic Shock:\n\n- Listen to weather forecasts\n- Plan ahead and limit time spent outdoors. This goes for workplaces and schools also: schedule “warm-up” breaks for outdoor workers and hold recess or lunch breaks inside.\n- Dress in layers\n- Stay Dry (this also includes avoiding overexertion and anything that will cause you to sweat a lot).\n\n- Get out of the cold as soon as you start to feel a chill\n- Be cautious that any caffeine, cigarettes, and other certain medications make you more susceptible to the cold.\n- When indoors, ensure heating is sufficient to combat the cold.\n\nIf you are traveling this winter, consider winter car safety also. Whether you expect to be traveling in bad weather or not; be sure to know where you are heading and how close emergency services are. It is always a good idea to keep your own First Aid Kit in the car with you in case of any winter travel trouble. If you need a new travel First Aid Kit to keep you safe, visit: [Travel](https:\/\/firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/first-aid-kits\/travel). Remote First Aid Kits are designed to provide for extra cover when more than 1 hour from a medical facility and will normally include a [Thermal Blanket](https:\/\/firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/thermal-blanket \"https:\/\/firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/thermal-blanket\") to help with exposure to cold.\n\n**SPOT**\n\nThe most common visible symptoms and warning signs of Hypothermia in adults include:\n\n- shivering\n- exhaustion or feeling very tired\n- confusion\n- fumbling hands\n\n- memory loss\n- slurred speech\n- drowsiness\n- slow, shallow breathing\n\nFor infants, look out for cold and bright red skin.\n\n**TREAT**\n\nIf you have identified the symptoms above, take action. There are five stages of Hypothermia, though the first three can be most effectively treatable:\n\n1. Mild Hypothermia\n2. Moderate Hypothermia\n3. Severe Hypothermia\n\nHypothermia is a medical emergency so if the person’s temperature reads below 35ºC, get medical attention immediately by dialing **000\\.** To help treat someone at each stage of Hypothermia, refer to the table below and start slowly restoring warmth by removing wet clothes, warming the center of the body (chest, neck, head) while avoiding direct heat contact, and warm beverages (only if conscious, and avoid caffeine).\n\n| **HYPOTHERMIA STAGE** | **SYMPTOMS** | **TREATMENT** |\n|---|---|---|\n| Mild | The body is 35-32 degrees, and the person is normal or near consciousness and shivering. | Contact **000**Move them out of the cold and remove any wet clothing the person is wearing, and begin slowly warming the centre of their body (chest, neck, head).If body temperature increases, keep the person dry and wrap their body in a blanket. |\n| Moderate | 32 – 28 degrees. shivering stops, consciousness becomes impaired | Contact **000**Handle the person gently and continue warming them slowly, avoiding direct heat contact with the skin (this includes immersing in hot water and direct contact with heat packs and hot water bottles, as rapid warming can cause heart arrhythmia). |\n| Severe | 28 – 24 degrees. Unconscious, may be difficult to detect vital signs | Contact **000**Handle the person gently, and get emergency assistance immediately.Perform **CPR** while warming the person if prompted by emergency services. |\n\nYou may be required to begin CPR if necessary while warming the person, if you have not yet completed a CPR course, you can do so [**here**](https:\/\/www.fluidfirstaid.com.au\/courses\/cpr\/) and be prepared for a safe winter.\n\nFor more information or help selecting an appropriate First Aid Kit contact us on 1300 789 541 or visit [www.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au](https:\/\/firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/ \"https:\/\/firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/\").\n\n[![Facebook](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/plugins\/social-media-feather\/synved-social\/addons\/extra-icons\/image\/social\/clearslate\/48x48\/facebook.png)![Facebook](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%22http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%22%20viewBox=%220%200%2024%2024%22%3E%3C\/svg%3E)](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/FirstAidKitsAustralia\/ \"Share on Facebook\")\n\n[![twitter](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/plugins\/social-media-feather\/synved-social\/addons\/extra-icons\/image\/social\/clearslate\/48x48\/twitter.png)![twitter](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%22http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%22%20viewBox=%220%200%2024%2024%22%3E%3C\/svg%3E)](https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au%2Fhypothermia-detection-and-treatment%2F&text=Hey%20check%20this%20out \"Share on Twitter\")\n\n[![linkedin](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/plugins\/social-media-feather\/synved-social\/addons\/extra-icons\/image\/social\/clearslate\/48x48\/linkedin.png)![linkedin](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%22http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%22%20viewBox=%220%200%2024%2024%22%3E%3C\/svg%3E)](https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au%2Fhypothermia-detection-and-treatment%2F&title=Hypothermia%3A%20Detection%20and%20Treatment \"Share on Linkedin\")\n\n[by ![feather](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/plugins\/social-media-feather\/synved-social\/image\/icon.png)![feather](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%22http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%22%20viewBox=%220%200%2016%2016%22%3E%3C\/svg%3E)](http:\/\/synved.com\/wordpress-social-media-feather\/ \"WordPress Social Media Feather\")\n\n#### Related posts\n[![Do-Offices-Need-Defibrillators-in-Australia](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Do-Offices-Need-Defibrillators-in-Australia-960x750.png)![Do-Offices-Need-Defibrillators-in-Australia](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%22http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%22%20viewBox=%220%200%20960%20750%22%3E%3C\/svg%3E)](https:\/\/blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au\/do-offices-need-defibrillators-australia-guide\/)\n\n8 April 2026\n\n#### [Do Offices Need Defibrillators? 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Boilerpipe Text	Reading Time: 3 minutes Hypothermia can affect anyone in prolonged exposure to cold temperatures. Being true to our commitment to Make Australia a Safe place to live, work and play, here is some important info to help you be vigilant and safe. What is Hypothermia? Hypothermia refers to a drastic drop in body temperature due to prolonged exposure to cold, as the body loses heat faster than it can produce. This is dangerous because low body temperatures can affect the brain, causing the person to be increasingly disorientated or lead to problems in the heart, nervous system, and other organs. To illustrate, normal body temperature is around 37ºC , and hypothermia occurs when the body is below 35º C , and becomes severe when the body drops below 32º C . Left untreated, Hypothermia can have devastating effects, such as heart failure. Causes Hypothermia does not only occur at extreme low temperatures, but also if the person becomes chilled by rain, sweat, or from being submerged in cold water. Causes of Hypothermia can be described under three broad headings: Increased heat loss Decreased heat production Central Nervous System Dysfunction Who is at risk? Hypothermia can affect anyone, though those at higher risk include people over 75 years old, babies and young children, people who work outdoors, and anyone with underlying physical or mental impediments such as poor blood circulation, diabetes, infections, or low body fat. Preparation, Detection, and Treatment. We suggest a simple and easy approach to help you remember to keep yourself safe and healthy this winter: “AVOID. SPOT. TREAT” AVOID This month be cautious of the cold temperatures: do not go out if it is too cold, and cover up when you do. To better prevent a situation of Hypothermic Shock: Listen to weather forecasts Plan ahead and limit time spent outdoors. This goes for workplaces and schools also: schedule “warm-up” breaks for outdoor workers and hold recess or lunch breaks inside. Dress in layers Stay Dry (this also includes avoiding overexertion and anything that will cause you to sweat a lot). Get out of the cold as soon as you start to feel a chill Be cautious that any caffeine, cigarettes, and other certain medications make you more susceptible to the cold. When indoors, ensure heating is sufficient to combat the cold. If you are traveling this winter, consider winter car safety also. Whether you expect to be traveling in bad weather or not; be sure to know where you are heading and how close emergency services are. It is always a good idea to keep your own First Aid Kit in the car with you in case of any winter travel trouble. If you need a new travel First Aid Kit to keep you safe, visit: Travel . Remote First Aid Kits are designed to provide for extra cover when more than 1 hour from a medical facility and will normally include a Thermal Blanket to help with exposure to cold. SPOT The most common visible symptoms and warning signs of Hypothermia in adults include: shivering exhaustion or feeling very tired confusion fumbling hands memory loss slurred speech drowsiness slow, shallow breathing For infants, look out for cold and bright red skin. TREAT If you have identified the symptoms above, take action. There are five stages of Hypothermia, though the first three can be most effectively treatable: Mild Hypothermia Moderate Hypothermia Severe Hypothermia Hypothermia is a medical emergency so if the person’s temperature reads below 35º C , get medical attention immediately by dialing 000. To help treat someone at each stage of Hypothermia, refer to the table below and start slowly restoring warmth by removing wet clothes, warming the center of the body (chest, neck, head) while avoiding direct heat contact, and warm beverages (only if conscious, and avoid caffeine). HYPOTHERMIA STAGE SYMPTOMS TREATMENT Mild The body is 35-32 degrees, and the person is normal or near consciousness and shivering. Contact 000 Move them out of the cold and remove any wet clothing the person is wearing, and begin slowly warming the centre of their body (chest, neck, head). If body temperature increases, keep the person dry and wrap their body in a blanket. Moderate 32 – 28 degrees. shivering stops, consciousness becomes impaired Contact 000 Handle the person gently and continue warming them slowly, avoiding direct heat contact with the skin (this includes immersing in hot water and direct contact with heat packs and hot water bottles, as rapid warming can cause heart arrhythmia). Severe 28 – 24 degrees. Unconscious, may be difficult to detect vital signs Contact 000 Handle the person gently, and get emergency assistance immediately. Perform CPR while warming the person if prompted by emergency services. You may be required to begin CPR if necessary while warming the person, if you have not yet completed a CPR course, you can do so here and be prepared for a safe winter. For more information or help selecting an appropriate First Aid Kit contact us on 1300 789 541 or visit www.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au . by
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Being true to our commitment to Make Australia a Safe place to live, work and play, here is some important info to help you be vigilant and safe. What is Hypothermia? Hypothermia refers to a drastic drop in body temperature due to prolonged exposure to cold, as the body loses heat faster than it can produce. This is dangerous because low body temperatures can affect the brain, causing the person to be increasingly disorientated or lead to problems in the heart, nervous system, and other organs. To illustrate, normal body temperature is around 37ºC, and hypothermia occurs when the body is below 35ºC, and becomes severe when the body drops below 32ºC. Left untreated, Hypothermia can have devastating effects, such as heart failure. Causes Hypothermia does not only occur at extreme low temperatures, but also if the person becomes chilled by rain, sweat, or from being submerged in cold water. Causes of Hypothermia can be described under three broad headings: 1. Increased heat loss 2. Decreased heat production 3. Central Nervous System Dysfunction Who is at risk? Hypothermia can affect anyone, though those at higher risk include people over 75 years old, babies and young children, people who work outdoors, and anyone with underlying physical or mental impediments such as poor blood circulation, diabetes, infections, or low body fat. #### Preparation, Detection, and Treatment. We suggest a simple and easy approach to help you remember to keep yourself safe and healthy this winter: “AVOID. SPOT. TREAT” AVOID This month be cautious of the cold temperatures: do not go out if it is too cold, and cover up when you do. To better prevent a situation of Hypothermic Shock: - Listen to weather forecasts - Plan ahead and limit time spent outdoors. This goes for workplaces and schools also: schedule “warm-up” breaks for outdoor workers and hold recess or lunch breaks inside. - Dress in layers - Stay Dry (this also includes avoiding overexertion and anything that will cause you to sweat a lot). - Get out of the cold as soon as you start to feel a chill - Be cautious that any caffeine, cigarettes, and other certain medications make you more susceptible to the cold. - When indoors, ensure heating is sufficient to combat the cold. If you are traveling this winter, consider winter car safety also. Whether you expect to be traveling in bad weather or not; be sure to know where you are heading and how close emergency services are. It is always a good idea to keep your own First Aid Kit in the car with you in case of any winter travel trouble. If you need a new travel First Aid Kit to keep you safe, visit: [Travel](https://firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au/first-aid-kits/travel). Remote First Aid Kits are designed to provide for extra cover when more than 1 hour from a medical facility and will normally include a [Thermal Blanket](https://firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au/thermal-blanket "https://firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au/thermal-blanket") to help with exposure to cold. SPOT The most common visible symptoms and warning signs of Hypothermia in adults include: - shivering - exhaustion or feeling very tired - confusion - fumbling hands - memory loss - slurred speech - drowsiness - slow, shallow breathing For infants, look out for cold and bright red skin. TREAT If you have identified the symptoms above, take action. There are five stages of Hypothermia, though the first three can be most effectively treatable: 1. Mild Hypothermia 2. Moderate Hypothermia 3. Severe Hypothermia Hypothermia is a medical emergency so if the person’s temperature reads below 35ºC, get medical attention immediately by dialing 000\. To help treat someone at each stage of Hypothermia, refer to the table below and start slowly restoring warmth by removing wet clothes, warming the center of the body (chest, neck, head) while avoiding direct heat contact, and warm beverages (only if conscious, and avoid caffeine). \| HYPOTHERMIA STAGE \| SYMPTOMS \| TREATMENT \| \|---\|---\|---\| \| Mild \| The body is 35-32 degrees, and the person is normal or near consciousness and shivering. \| Contact 000Move them out of the cold and remove any wet clothing the person is wearing, and begin slowly warming the centre of their body (chest, neck, head).If body temperature increases, keep the person dry and wrap their body in a blanket. \| \| Moderate \| 32 – 28 degrees. shivering stops, consciousness becomes impaired \| Contact 000Handle the person gently and continue warming them slowly, avoiding direct heat contact with the skin (this includes immersing in hot water and direct contact with heat packs and hot water bottles, as rapid warming can cause heart arrhythmia). \| \| Severe \| 28 – 24 degrees. 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Readable Markdown	Reading Time: 3 minutes Hypothermia can affect anyone in prolonged exposure to cold temperatures. Being true to our commitment to Make Australia a Safe place to live, work and play, here is some important info to help you be vigilant and safe. What is Hypothermia? Hypothermia refers to a drastic drop in body temperature due to prolonged exposure to cold, as the body loses heat faster than it can produce. This is dangerous because low body temperatures can affect the brain, causing the person to be increasingly disorientated or lead to problems in the heart, nervous system, and other organs. To illustrate, normal body temperature is around 37ºC, and hypothermia occurs when the body is below 35ºC, and becomes severe when the body drops below 32ºC. Left untreated, Hypothermia can have devastating effects, such as heart failure. Causes Hypothermia does not only occur at extreme low temperatures, but also if the person becomes chilled by rain, sweat, or from being submerged in cold water. Causes of Hypothermia can be described under three broad headings: 1. Increased heat loss 2. Decreased heat production 3. Central Nervous System Dysfunction Who is at risk? Hypothermia can affect anyone, though those at higher risk include people over 75 years old, babies and young children, people who work outdoors, and anyone with underlying physical or mental impediments such as poor blood circulation, diabetes, infections, or low body fat. #### Preparation, Detection, and Treatment. We suggest a simple and easy approach to help you remember to keep yourself safe and healthy this winter: “AVOID. SPOT. TREAT” AVOID This month be cautious of the cold temperatures: do not go out if it is too cold, and cover up when you do. To better prevent a situation of Hypothermic Shock: - Listen to weather forecasts - Plan ahead and limit time spent outdoors. This goes for workplaces and schools also: schedule “warm-up” breaks for outdoor workers and hold recess or lunch breaks inside. - Dress in layers - Stay Dry (this also includes avoiding overexertion and anything that will cause you to sweat a lot). - Get out of the cold as soon as you start to feel a chill - Be cautious that any caffeine, cigarettes, and other certain medications make you more susceptible to the cold. - When indoors, ensure heating is sufficient to combat the cold. If you are traveling this winter, consider winter car safety also. Whether you expect to be traveling in bad weather or not; be sure to know where you are heading and how close emergency services are. It is always a good idea to keep your own First Aid Kit in the car with you in case of any winter travel trouble. If you need a new travel First Aid Kit to keep you safe, visit: [Travel](https://firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au/first-aid-kits/travel). Remote First Aid Kits are designed to provide for extra cover when more than 1 hour from a medical facility and will normally include a [Thermal Blanket](https://firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au/thermal-blanket "https://firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au/thermal-blanket") to help with exposure to cold. SPOT The most common visible symptoms and warning signs of Hypothermia in adults include: - shivering - exhaustion or feeling very tired - confusion - fumbling hands - memory loss - slurred speech - drowsiness - slow, shallow breathing For infants, look out for cold and bright red skin. TREAT If you have identified the symptoms above, take action. There are five stages of Hypothermia, though the first three can be most effectively treatable: 1. Mild Hypothermia 2. Moderate Hypothermia 3. Severe Hypothermia Hypothermia is a medical emergency so if the person’s temperature reads below 35ºC, get medical attention immediately by dialing 000\. To help treat someone at each stage of Hypothermia, refer to the table below and start slowly restoring warmth by removing wet clothes, warming the center of the body (chest, neck, head) while avoiding direct heat contact, and warm beverages (only if conscious, and avoid caffeine). \| HYPOTHERMIA STAGE \| SYMPTOMS \| TREATMENT \| \|---\|---\|---\| \| Mild \| The body is 35-32 degrees, and the person is normal or near consciousness and shivering. \| Contact 000Move them out of the cold and remove any wet clothing the person is wearing, and begin slowly warming the centre of their body (chest, neck, head).If body temperature increases, keep the person dry and wrap their body in a blanket. \| \| Moderate \| 32 – 28 degrees. shivering stops, consciousness becomes impaired \| Contact 000Handle the person gently and continue warming them slowly, avoiding direct heat contact with the skin (this includes immersing in hot water and direct contact with heat packs and hot water bottles, as rapid warming can cause heart arrhythmia). \| \| Severe \| 28 – 24 degrees. Unconscious, may be difficult to detect vital signs \| Contact 000Handle the person gently, and get emergency assistance immediately.Perform CPR while warming the person if prompted by emergency services. \| You may be required to begin CPR if necessary while warming the person, if you have not yet completed a CPR course, you can do so [here](https://www.fluidfirstaid.com.au/courses/cpr/) and be prepared for a safe winter. For more information or help selecting an appropriate First Aid Kit contact us on 1300 789 541 or visit [www.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au](https://firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au/ "https://firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au/"). [by ![feather](https://blog.firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au/wp-content/plugins/social-media-feather/synved-social/image/icon.png)](http://synved.com/wordpress-social-media-feather/ "WordPress Social Media Feather")
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