Hypothermia risk factors

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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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