Results for "Emergency"

Eating shrimp at dinner, getting stung by a bee during a hike or using new medicine from the pharmacy can cause allergic reactions. Some allergic reactions...

Chest pain can feel scary. It can be hard to know whether you should call 911, go to the ER or urgent care or schedule a doctor’s visit.  Some chest pain...

You hear a snap. Your arm, wrist, ankle or finger is throbbing. You’re pretty sure it’s broken. Now what? One of the first questions people ask is: Do...

A power outage can be stressful for anyone. But if you rely on oxygen or medical equipment that needs electricity, losing power can affect your health.  The...

Things like playground slides, sidewalks, car surfaces, asphalt roads, pavement or pool decks may not seem particularly dangerous. But they can get hot...

You don’t need a car crash, a fall or a hard hit to get a collapsed lung. It can happen out of nowhere, even if you feel healthy. Health care providers...

You probably know medications should be stored properly. But extreme heat, freezing temperatures and power outages can create problems you might not expect.  Some...

If you get an infection, you usually get better with time, rest and treatment. But sometimes, your body has a dangerous response to an infection, called...

Even friendly dogs can be startled. A loud noise, a sudden movement or a tug on a toy can trigger a quick reaction. If you or someone you know has been...

You know your body. You know what normal digestion feels like. Maybe you go to the bathroom every morning. Maybe you deal with bloating or constipation...