Asthma attacks in pregnant women are quite common, even for those who have never had asthma before.Having asthma does not necessarily mean that the pregnancy will become more difficult or dangerous to either the fetus or the mother.Asthma is a respiratory condition which affects the airways, specifically the bronchi. People with asthma have more sensitive […]
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Hypoglycemia, a medical condition characterized by abnormally low glucose levels in the body, is commonly associated with diabetes, although non-diabetics may also experience this. The normal blood sugar level ranges from 70 to 100 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) before breakfast as glucose levels may rise after breakfast, depending on diet. When blood sugar level dips
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Alcohol withdrawal syndrome is an acute toxic state which occurs as a result of a sudden cessation of alcohol intake of a known alcoholic following a session of heavy drinking. Upon the body’s dependence on the substance, an abrupt intake of alcohol can lead to various health complications which is highly dependent on how much
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No matter how careful you are when it comes to your child’s safety in your home, you cannot protect the little one enough every parent should have basic first aid skills in case of emergencies. Childhood poisoning is one of such emergencies that require a bit of first aid knowledge, even after child proofing every
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As any coach knows, their job is a tough, multi-faceted one. After all, coaches are also teachers, parental figures, friends and at times, paramedics. Sports are also very unpredictable so it’s crucial for coaches to have first aid training so they can take care of their charges to the best of their abilities. Here are
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This is the season dreaded by many hay fever sufferers, it can cause misery with the frustrating symptoms. It is a useful skill to be able to treat allergic reactions as a quick response may be needed depending on the severity. ALLERGIC REACTIONS An allergic reaction is hypersensitivity which causes an abnormal reaction to normally
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Ingrown hair is a common problem which causes hair to grow back into the skin after shaving or tweezing. This normally results in inflammation and irritation and can affect in people with tightly coiled hair and shave, wax or pluck their hair. Electrolysis to remove the hair can also cause ingrown hair. Ingrown hair may
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[heading style=”1″]CPR and AED Tips on how to conduct first aid to unconscious patients[/heading] Consciousness pertains to our awareness of our own thoughts, feelings, memories, sensations and environment. It is when we are aware of the world around us. Thus, when one is unconscious, he/ she is incapable of responding to people and/ or activities.
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Acute abdominal distress or acute abdomen is characterized by the sudden onset of severe abdominal pain and discomfort. Many people associate acute abdominal symptoms to simple indigestion that would resolve and “go away.” Although most cases of acute abdominal distress are temporary, some people may experience pain that does not go away or that becomes
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Sometimes administering first aid is as easy as just slapping a Band-Aid on or taking some medicine and lying down. But there are also those serious, step-up-to-the-plate first aid that can mean the difference between life and death. These are the first aid skills that we all need to learn. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation or CPR Paramedics
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