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Fast Facts:
Hyperthermia (hyperpyrexia)referred to as heat stroke or sunstroke
an acute condition
the body absorbs more heat than it can dissipate
heat-regulating mechanisms unable to deal with the heat
body temperature climbs uncontrollably
a medical emergency requires immediate medical attention