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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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