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16 July, 08:48

Excerpt from Thermometer Pills

Tracy Wilson

- Over the past ten years more than two dozen athletes have died from the medical condition known as heatstroke. Heatstroke

occurs when the body's internal temperature becomes so elevated that its cooling system begins shutting down. Who is most at

risk? Surprisingly, it is younger athletes. They often either do not recognize or ignore the warning signs until it's too late. To

make matters worse, children's bodies are much less efficient than adults at cooling themselves. A promising new product hopes

to end the all too common heatstroke trend. It is called a thermometer pill.

Why are younger athletes more likely to be at risk for heatstroke, according to the article?

es)

They do not sweat as much as adults.

They do not recognize the warning signs.

They spend more time playing sports outdoors.

D)

Their internal organs shut down at a lower temperature,