Health warning: Prolonged sauna use without hydration can cause severe heatstroke, as seen in a recent case.

A recent health warning highlights the risks of prolonged sauna use without proper hydration, which can lead to life-threatening heatstroke. Doctors treated a 70-year-old woman found unconscious after 45 minutes in a sauna; she experienced severe symptoms including seizures and organ issues but made a full recovery. The case stresses the importance of hydration and swift cooling to prevent such complications.

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