User:Sparks Erin/Heat stroke

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There are various aspects that can affect the incidence of heat stroke. Including gender, age, geographical location, and even occupation. One study found that there were significantly higher incidence rates were found in males (1.99 per 100,000; 95% CI = 1.82-2.16). However, there were greater rates of hospitalizations and heat strokes among women than men (incidence density ratio, 1.18 [95% confidence interval, 1.09-1.27]). And, while the incidence of heat stroke is higher among men, the incidence of other heat illnesses is higher among women. The incidence of other heat illnesses in women compared with men ranged from 1.30 to 2.89 per 1000 person-years versus 0.98 to 1.98 per 1000 person-years.

Age can also influence the incidence. Incidence increases in a population of adults aged ≥ 80 years (4.45 per 100,000; 95% CI = 3.73-5.18).

Where the individuals are from can also have an impact on the incidence rate. A study done on those in the army found greater rates of hospitalizations and heat strokes among recruits from northern states than among recruits from southern states (incidence density ratio, 1.69 [95% confidence interval, 1.42-1.90] . However, even though there are more cases in recruits from northern states, there are more incidences in those who currently live in southern states. Residents living in the southern region had a greater incidence rate of heat stroke than those residing in the north (1.61 per 100,000; 95% CI = 1.43-1.79).