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Terrence S. Carden, Jr, MD

JAMA. 1978;240(25):2761.

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Traditionally, winter is a season of pristine snow-covered landscapes, sleigh bells, mirth, and good cheer. It conjures up comfortable images of home and hearth. In recent years it has become a season of outdoor participation sports and activities for an increasing segment of the population. As always there is a segment of the population that does not have access to adequate warmth, food, and shelter.

Both the young, healthy ski enthusiast and the skid-row derelict share the risk of hypothermia when they are exposed to the elements for a sufficient period without adequate protection. This can happen if an outdoor-sports enthusiast becomes separated from his companions and is unable to find the way to shelter. It can happen in the urban environment as well. Street people, reassuringly warmed by alcohol, which impairs their judgment and sense of danger, often fall into snowdrifts, where they may not be found for hours. . . . [Full Text PDF of this Article]

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