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Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke: Summer Warning Signs You Should Know   Hot summer days can be great for travel, outdoor meals, beach trips, and long walks. But when the temperature rises, your body has to work harder to stay cool. If it cannot cool down fast enough, heat-related illness can happen. Two common heat problems are  heat exhaustion  and  heat stroke . They may sound similar, but they are not the same. Heat exhaustion is serious and should be handled quickly. Heat stroke is a medical emergency. What Is Heat Exhaustion? Heat exhaustion happens when your body gets too hot and loses too much water or salt, often through heavy sweating. It can happen after spending time in high heat, especially if you are active, dehydrated, or not used to hot weather. Common signs may include: Heavy sweating Weakness or tiredness Dizziness Headache Nausea or vomiting Cool, pale, or clammy skin Fast but weak pulse Muscle cramps If someone may have heat exhaustion, move them t...