What Is Heat Stroke?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
8. When Should You Call 911?
It can be best not to take chances with heat stroke. If you see signs of it, you should call 911 as soon as possible. Help from emergency services can be the best way to ensure that a case of heat stroke is not fatal. When in doubt about whether you should call an ambulance, it can be best to err on the side of caution and call anyways.
Just because 911 has been called does not mean that you and those around you should wait idly. You should apply the first aid measures described above to help stop affected person’s from continuing to overheat and continue to try to help them while you wait for the professionals. As during any emergency situation, do your best to remain calm and remember that help is on the way.
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