Exertional Heat Illness A Clinical and Evidence-Based Guide
This authoritative work provides clinicians, scientists and students with a comprehensive overview of exertional heat illness. Specifically, it addresses the prevention, recognition, treatment, and care of the various medical conditions that fall wi
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Exertional Heat Illness
William M. Adams • John F. Jardine Editors
Exertional Heat Illness A Clinical and Evidence-Based Guide
Editors William M. Adams Department of Kinesiology University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC USA
John F. Jardine Korey Stringer Institute University of Connecticut Storrs, CT USA
ISBN 978-3-030-27804-5 ISBN 978-3-030-27805-2 (eBook) https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-27805-2 © Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2020 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. The publisher, the authors, and the editors are safe to assume that the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication. Neither the publisher nor the authors or the editors give a warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to the material contained herein or for any errors or omissions that may have been made. The publisher remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations. This Springer imprint is published by the registered company Springer Nature Switzerland AG The registered company address is: Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland
This book is dedicated to my wife, Ami. Her constant and undying love and support is unfathomable, and I would not be where I am today without her. To my parents, I cannot thank them enough for raising me to become who I am today. To my sisters, Jeanelle and Sarah, their accomplishments throughout life have been truly admirable, and I am proud to be their brother. William M. Adams This book is lovingly dedicated to my wife, Diane, who has provided the support and encouragement for me to believe in myself—I couldn’t have done any of this without her. To my daughter, Anna, who is about to embark on her college journey, believe in yourself and be patient. You, too, will find your passion. John F. Jardine
Preface
The idea for this book arose from collaborative work and many conversations that we have had with friends and colleagues who share an interest on the topic of exertional heat illness. Having a resource such as this available for clinicians and scientists is essential for disseminating the knowledge necessary to enhance the health and safety of the physically active—first, to provide them with a current and comprehensive overview of the prevention, recognition, treatment,
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