Have you ever sprained your ankle while playing a sport? It can be very painful, but is it serious enough to go to the emergency room? Non-fatal injuries can be a nuisance and painful, and it’s difficult to wait for an appointment to open up at your regular physician’s office. Luckily, we live in an age … Continued
While cuts and bruises can be serious, many are not. In the case of minor scrapes and bruises, there’s no need to visit urgent care or an emergency room. Instead, you can typically treat them at home. Keep reading to learn more about what to do when you get a cut or bruise, and when … Continued
Burns are extremely painful and can cause serious health repercussions in extreme cases when burns are more intense or widespread. If you or someone you know is faced with a third-degree burn, it’s imperative that you get treatment as soon as possible. Read on to learn why this type of burn is extremely severe and … Continued
Between 2001 and 2004, roughly 500,000 people were injured in dirt biking accidents, 75% of which required hospitalization. If you or your children want to start dirt biking, these statistics can be unnerving. While you will likely crash at some point, there are ways you can safely enjoy this activity. In fact, by following a … Continued
Chances are that someone at your gym, on your kickball team, or in your running club has asthma. More than 26 million Americans do — and while it’s an entirely treatable disease, it can also be scary to watch someone having an asthma attack. Whether you have asthma or someone you love has just been … Continued
Sports encourage physical activity, strategic thinking, teamwork, and fun. However, the CDC reports that collision sports, like basketball, generate 80% of sports-related emergency room visits for children aged 5-14. Though both children and adults can suffer injuries from playing basketball, this does not mean that you should refrain from participating in the sport. Instead, you should learn about … Continued
Every year, around 136.9 million children visit the ER for various issues. It’s the last thing you ever want to imagine as a parent: something happening to your child while you have no idea what to do about it. That’s why learning about first aid and basic life support for people of all ages is … Continued
Dealing with the inconvenience of a sprained ankle can definitely take a toll on you if you don’t handle it correctly. It can also leave you in a lot of pain that you’ll be wishing you could ease immediately. But you don’t have to sit in that type of misery for long. If you’re dealing … Continued
Have you developed an ear infection and plan on waiting until it goes away by itself? Unfortunately, it’s not always that easy. The most common cause of ear infections is a blockage of the estuation tube, which controls pressure in the middle ear. Trapped bacteria results in an infection. Although it’s possible for this to … Continued
The latest U.S. statistics reveal over 136 million people visit the emergency room a year. Injuries occur anywhere, from the home to the workplace. Hiking and camping are other places where injuries often happen. No matter where you are, a well-stocked first-aid kit can help save lives in an emergency. Don’t forget these 25 items … Continued