
Dealing With Medical Emergencies
Medical emergencies can be frightening, especially if you are unprepared. Being familiar with first aid instructions can help you prevent or minimize serious injury. It
Medical emergencies can be frightening, especially if you are unprepared. Being familiar with first aid instructions can help you prevent or minimize serious injury. It
As those of us who wear jewelry know, it’s not unusual for a ring to get temporarily stuck on a finger. Fingers naturally swell, especially
As just about anyone who has chopped vegetables knows, minor cuts are a part of everyday life. Knowing how to care for them quickly can
There’s more to first aid than covering up wounds or stopping bleeding. When treating an injury, relieving pain should also be a top priority. Prompt
Choking is a serious threat to people of all ages. Whenever something gets stuck in the throat — a piece of food, a child’s toy,
Use this checklist to make sure you have adequate supplies for dealing with minor medical problems while traveling with children. You can pack the items
CPR — cardiopulmonary resuscitation — is a potentially life-saving procedure that can restart a person’s heartbeat and breathing. CPR is often used to revive victims
If you enjoy going fishing, it’s important to be prepared in case you accidentally get a fishhook caught in your skin. Caution There are two
Many people associate chemical burns with factories, but they can happen at home, too: Contact with strong chemicals found around the house, the garage, or