Citation

American Academy of Pediatrics. Pediatrics 2000; 106(1 Pt 1): 158-159.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2000, American Academy of Pediatrics)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

10878169

Abstract

For morphologic and physiologic reasons, exercising children do not adapt as effectively as adults when exposed to a high climatic heat stress. This may affect their performance and well-being, as well as increase the risk for heat-related illness. This policy statement summarizes approaches for the prevention of the detrimental effects of children's activity in hot or humid climates, including the prevention of exercise-induced dehydration.