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Hypothermia risk factors
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Risk Factors
Risk Factors
Persons most likely to experience hypothermia include those who are:
- Very old or very young
- Chronically ill, especially who have heart or blood flow problems
- Malnourished
- Overly tired
- Under the influence of alcohol or drugs
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