Exertional heat stroke in a young military trainee: is it preventable?

Conclusion It is clear that heat stroke does occur in military trainees while preventive strategies are being practiced. It is important for those who provide healthcare to soldiers to provide proper advice on how to identify impending heat stroke prior to any exercises resulting in severe physical exertion. Further, treating physicians should educate all military trainees about preventive strategies.
Source: Military Medical Research - Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research