Results for "Emergency"

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Does Your Child Need Medical Care or Can You Treat Them at Home?
As a parent, you can try to prepare for just about everything you think you’ll face with your child. But figuring out whether to treat your child at home...
Jan 27
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An EpiPen Could Save Someone’s Life: Here’s When and How to Use One
A lot of times, allergic reactions are mild and only affect one part of your body. You might get a rash, a runny nose or itchy eyes, for example. But for...
Jan 22
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Is My Nose Broken? Here’s How to Tell
Our noses are arguably the most prominent feature on our faces, so it’s not surprising that broken noses, or nasal fractures, are the most common facial...
Dec 20
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Surprising Info You Might Not Know About Blood Transfusions
If you’ve never needed a blood transfusion, you may not know much about them, beyond what you’ve seen in the movies or on TV. People realized centuries...
Nov 22
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911 Basics: What to Do Before and After You Call
If you must call 911, you may feel panicked or anxious, and you may not know exactly what to do. After all, you, or someone near you is having a health...
Oct 10
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Follow These 5 Steps to Treat a Dog Bite
Even friendly dogs can get spooked now and again. If you or your child have had a run-in with a scared or aggressive dog, you know that a bite happens...
Aug 16
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5 Safety Tips for Riding an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV)
All-terrain vehicles, or ATVs, have become popular with old and young alike. They’re fast and fun, but these quad and four-wheelers aren’t “all” that safe. ATV...
Jul 07
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Could My Herniated Disc Lead to Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES)?
In your teens, back pain was nothing more than a myth. In your 20s and 30s, your back only hurt after a day of heavy yard work. By the time you hit your...
May 27
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The Best Ways to Defend Against Dangerous Snakes and Scorpions
If you live in or around the desert, you’ll want to take steps to keep snakes and scorpions out of your home and yard. Snakes and scorpions are more active...
Apr 20
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How to Tell Whether a Bump on the Head Is Serious
Bob Saget’s tragic death drives home the danger of brain injuries. After a bump or blow to the head, it’s essential to know what to do and what to watch...
Mar 04