Key points
- During cold weather, stay alert for signs of hypothermia.
- If someone's body temperature is below 95 and they're confused or slurring their words, get them to an emergency room right away.
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Stay Alert for Hypothermia
- During cold weather, stay alert for signs of hypothermia.
- If someone's body temperature is below 95 and they're confused or slurring their words, get them to an emergency room right away.
Get tips on winter weather safety at: www.cdc.gov/disasters.
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National Center for Environmental Health
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