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To minimize discomfort from first-degree burns, we’ll first cool the affected area under running tap water for 10 minutes, avoiding ice which can cause additional damage....
Silent choking is a life-threatening emergency we can recognize through specific signs. We’ll see victims unable to speak, cough effectively, or make any sounds while displaying...
When responding to head trauma, we act quickly and confidently by first evaluating the victim’s airway, breathing, and circulation (ABCs). We initiate CPR if no signs...
As we’re often told, every minute counts in a medical emergency, and this couldn’t be more true than when it comes to stroke victims. We’ve all...
When it comes to combatting common poisons, we need to understand the types of toxins and their sources, from cleaning products to poisonous plants and animal...
As we work to enhance outcomes for the approximately 500,000 burn patients treated in the US each year, the incorporation of personalized medicine into burn care...
When dealing with pain from burns, recognizing the types of burn pain is essential as they require different treatments. Sharp, stabbing pain from nerve damage and...
Head injuries are serious and can happen unexpectedly in our daily lives. Simple accidents like a fall at home can lead to these dangerous situations. To...
So, you’re out and about, enjoying life, when suddenly, *snap!* You hear the unmistakable sound of a bone breaking. Panic sets in, but don’t worry, we’ve...
By sheer coincidence, my family and I were recently caught off guard when a minor accident occurred in our home. As we scrambled to find the...
