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Babies and Older Adults Have an Increased Risk of Cold Injury

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Overview

Babies

Babies, especially newborns, are more likely to suffer injury from cold temperature exposure.

Older adults

Older adults are more likely to have a cold injury, especially hypothermia, because:


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Current as of: July 10, 2023

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