He may abruptly become unconscious and just collapse, according to Thompson. Body temperature can soar as high as 108 degrees Fahrenheit, and the person could die or sustain permanent brain damage. A heat stroke victim should be treated with cool, soaking wet blankets or towels, and should get to the emergency room as soon as possible. The first symptom of heat stroke is feeling unwell in hot weather. Stop what you re doing, get out of the sun and cool off.
Prevention is the main issue.
Sunburn has been called the most dangerous common complication of outdoor activity, according to Thompson. Three sunburns involving blistering, prior to age 15 or 20, more than doubles the risk of melanoma. Malignant melanoma is very difficult to treat. The greater the exposure and the younger the age at time of exposure leads to higher risk. People who tan regularly, work outside regularly and work in areas of high altitude are all at risk.