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Cold Injuries

Podcast: Survive When It Counts · Steve Barker

Opublikowano: 2026-10-12

Cold injuries can develop quietly. A wet glove, a tight boot, a long pause in the wind, or exhaustion can turn an ordinary outing into a medical emergency. The key is to notice changes early and act before the body loses its ability to keep you warm. Today, we’ll look at the main cold injuries, what to watch for, and how to reduce the risks in the field. First, recognize hypothermia. It happens when the body loses heat faster than it can produce it, and it can occur even in cool, wet weather—not just in deep...