Staying Ahead of Exertional Heat Illness

When exertional heat stroke (EHS) occurs, rapid recognition and immediate action can save lives. The 2023 American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Expert Consensus Statement on Exertional Heat Illness provides important, evidence-based guidance for recognizing, managing, and preventing serious heat-related illness in athletes and other active individuals. The statement highlights the critical importance of early recognition and rapid whole-body cooling while also addressing prevention, coordinated care, and safe return to activity.

Read the full ACSM Expert Consensus Statement to learn more about current best practices for exertional heat illness.