Sunscreens should not be used on infants under six months of age, she said. Instead, she recommends using shade and protective clothing . Shade shields children from harmful sun exposure. She also recommends wearing protective clothing like hats, long sleeves and lightweight long pants. Dr. Ziogas Kaye notes that hyperthermia typically occurs in young athletes and is the second leading cause of death in high school athletes.
Heatstroke occurs when the body is unable to lose heat.
Most of the time, sweating can reduce body-heat. Infants, in particular, should be watched closely in hot, humid weather. Schedule frequent rest periods with access to cool shade, or an air-conditioned room. Provide frequent water breaks, and encourage adequate fluid intake before, during and after exercise. Choose lightweight, loose fitting clothing.