What Wildland Fire Fighters Need to Know about Rhabdomyolysis

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention]. 05/2018 This two-page fact sheet provides information, questions, and answers about rhabdomyolysis (often called rhabdo), which is the breakdown of damaged muscle tissue that releases proteins and electrolytes into the blood. Because exertion in a hot environment is such a fundamental part of the job, fire fighters need to know the signs and symptoms of rhabdo to be able to quickly recognize the potential danger and get medical attention right away if they are not feeling well. (PDF)

Source: Disaster Lit: Resource Guide for Disaster Medicine and Public Health - May 31, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: The U.S. National Library of Medicine Source Type: news