While physical exertion helps athletes stay warm, sweating can lead to dehydration.
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The US Food and Drug Administration has just approved the first ever drug to treat frostbite: iloprost.
Dogs might have furry coats, but they can still get cold when the temperature drops.
How to protect your extremities to avoid frostbite in cold weather.
The bizarre case of a Pret a Manger employee being stuck in a -18°C freezer for two-and-a-half hours highlights the dangers of cold temperatures.
Layering on winter gear is annoying. But with temperatures reaching minus 50 in some parts of the country, it is essential to protect your skin from frostbite, which can happen in minutes.
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