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First Aid For Heat Rash (or Prickly Heat)


a. Description. Heat rash is a skin rash caused by the blockage of the sweat glands because of hot, humid weather or because of fever. It appears as a rash of patches of tiny reddish pinpoints that itch.

b. First Aid. Wear clothing that is light and loose and/or uncover the affected area. Use skin powders or lotion.














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General
Personal Hygiene
Diarrhea and Dysentery
Dental Hygiene
Drug (Substance) Abuse
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
First Aid For Heat Rash (or Prickly Heat)
First Aid For Contact Poisoning (Skin Rashes)
Care of the Feet
First Aid For Blisters
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