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What are The Types and Degrees of Burns?
If you have this type of burn, the outer layer of your skin as well the dermis – the layer underneath – has been damaged. These burns destroy all l...
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Sunburn Treatment
Sunburn is damage to the outermost layers of your skin. Take a cool bath or shower to cool skin. Apply cool compresses to soothe skin. Oatmeal: Put...
Read moreInternal Bleeding Due to Trauma
Internal bleeding damages the body both from the loss of blood and from the pressure the misplaced blood puts on other organs and tissues. Doctors ...
Read moreGuidelines for CPR and Automated External Defibrillators
CPR should be used when a person stops breathing and their heart has stopped beating. CPR keeps oxygenated blood flowing to the brain and heart unt...
Read moreCauses and Treatment of Coughs in Children
DO NOT give honey-based cough drops to children age 1 or younger. Moist air can help children cope with croup; try a warm, steamy bathroom or cool ...
Read moreWhat is Normal Body Temperature?
A body temperature higher than your normal range is a fever. However, if your temperature is 103 F or higher or if you’ve had a fever for more than...
Read moreInsect Sting Vs. Insect Bite: Whats The Difference?
A sting is what happens when an insect injects poison (venom) into your skin. In some cases, people who are allergic to the venom can have a life-t...
Read moreUnderstanding Frostbite -- The Basics
Frostbite refers to the freezing of body tissue (usually skin) that results when the blood vessels contract, reducing blood flow and oxygen to the ...
Read moreHow to Take Care of Your Wound After Surgery
Also, don't put on any lotion, cream, or herbal product unless you've checked with your doctor first. Your doctor will tell you how to wash out you...
Read moreWhat is The RICE Method for Injuries?
If you’ve ever hurt your ankle or had another type of sprain or strain, chances are your doctor recommended rest, ice, compression, and elevation (...
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