USF Health Athletic Training does Heatstroke Simulation with Tampa Fire Rescue

News Story: https://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/at-heatstroke-sim-tampa-fire-rescue.aspx In Florida's intense heat and humidity, recognizing and treating heatstroke can quickly mean the difference between life and death. To prepare for these emergencies, 44 students from the USF Health School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences (SPTRS) partnered with Tampa Fire Rescue for a hands-on simulation to put their emergency response skills to the test. First- and second-year Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) students responded to a simulated exertional heatstroke, worked alongside emergency medical personnel and practiced delivering lifesaving care in a realistic setting.