During the years 1979 to 2003, heat-related illness resulted in 8,015 deaths in the United States. This is more than from hurricanes, lightning, floods, and earthquakes combined during this same time period. Since these deaths are preventable, it is important to be aware of the factors that place people at risk and what actions can be taken to prevent heat-related illness or death.

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