Perceptions of, and Practices for Coping with, Heat Exposure among Male Arab Pilgrims to the Hajj, 1436.

Published in: Prehospital and disaster medicine (2019)

This study reveals the extent of pilgrims' understanding of, and abilities to cope with, excessive heat and also suggests coping strategies and options for improved understanding of heat-related health issues world-wide.Al Mayahi ZK, Ali Kabbash I. Perceptions of, and practices for coping with, heat exposure among male Arab pilgrims to the Hajj, 1436. Prehosp Disaster Med. 2019;34(2):161-174.

Keyphrases

healthcare
primary care
heat stress
depressive symptoms
social support
public health
mental health
body mass index
weight gain