Saturday, October 5, 2013

Headaches and Fever

Headaches and Fever

Headaches have many causes. Often they can develop for no apparent reason as a symptom of common illness such as flu. Sometimes they are an indicator of a more serious condition such as a head injury, stroke, or other serious illness. TREATMENT Settle the person into a comfortable position...
Insect Bites and Stings

Insect Bites and Stings

Insect bites and stings are painful and there are many insects native to the US that carry potentially fatal venom. Dangerous biting  insects include spiders such as the black widow, brown recluse, and some tarantulas; stinging insects include scorpions, wasps, and bees. Children and the elderly are most at...
Animal Bites

Animal Bites

There is a risk of infection with any animal bite, no matter how small. The bite should be assessed by a doctor as soon as possible to see if a tetanus or rabies injection, or a course of antibiotics, is require. First aid treatment for bites is to keep...

Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Foreign Bodies

Foreign Bodies

Children are prone to putting objects into their nose, ears, and mouth. If left for some time, such objects can cause infection that may result in permanent damage. Young children are also liable to swallow small objects. These usually pass through the system and can be identified in the...

Tuesday, October 1, 2013

Dealing with Splinters and Fish Hooks and Infected Wounds

Dealing with Splinters and Fish Hooks and Infected Wounds

Large objects embedded in a wound, or foreign objects near to a vulnerable site such as the eye, need special care and medical treatment. Smaller debris, such as shards of glass or splinters of wood, stuck into minor wounds can usually be successfully managed at home without further...

Monday, September 30, 2013

Emergency Childbirth and Minor Wounds

Emergency Childbirth and Minor Wounds

It is very unlikely that you will have to deliver a child in an unplanned-for situation. Even the second stage of labor can allow enough time for an ambulance or midwife to arrive. However, if you are called upon help with an emergency birth, take comfort from the...
Poisoning from Industrial Chemicals, Drug and Alcohol

Poisoning from Industrial Chemicals, Drug and Alcohol

The use of hazardous industrial chemicals is strictly controlled and regulated, and those who work with such substances are aware of the specific first aid and safety requirements. For most people, contact with dangerous industrial chemicals will be through a chemical spill at a road accident or a...
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