How Far Can You Push the Human Body? Lessons from a Royal Marine Doctor
The Real Science of Sport Podcast
Heat Illness Recognition and Management
This chapter discusses the speaker's recognition by the Order of the British Empire for their services to the Royal Marines and humorous aspects of the notification process during the pandemic. It delves into the severe and often under-recognized issue of exertional heat illness, highlighting its prevalence in military training and elite sports. The chapter explores various risk factors, physiological responses, and ongoing research aimed at improving understanding and management of heat-related health conditions.
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