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Below what body temperature is hypothermia an emergency that needs medical help right away?

Below 95°F, get medical attention immediately.

  1. 98.6°F
  2. 97°F
  3. 95°F ✔

Why: Normal body temperature is around 98.6°F. The CDC says if someone's temperature is below 95°F, they need medical attention immediately.

Huh, didn't know that: The CDC says low body temperature affects the brain, so the person may not think clearly or move well.

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Sources

  1. Preventing Cold-Related Illness (CDC) https://www.cdc.gov/winter-weather/prevention/index.html

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