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How To Treat Dog Bites

As much as humans interact with canines, dog bites are common, especially in children. Responding to a dog bite should always start with the safety of all involved, including the victim, the rescuer, and if possible, the dog.

Difficulty: Average

Time Required: Respond immediately

Here’s How:

Stay Safe. Secure the dog or the victim. Move one away from the other. If the dog’s owner is around, instruct him or her to secure the dog. If not, move the victim to a safe location. Dogs may bite because their territory is threatened. Don’t start any treatment until there is a reasonable expectation that the dog won’t attack again. Read the rest of this entry »

Never Go to the Doctor’s Office for Chest Pain

Always Go the Emergency Room Instead – In an Ambulance

Chest pain is often an indicator of a heart attack. Even when it’s not a heart attack, telling the difference will require some sophisticated equipment not readily available at a typical doctor’s office. Chest pain is one of a few medical complaints that almost always needs emergency medical care, and should never be initially seen at a doctor’s office. Read the rest of this entry »

Heart Attacks Truth or Myth?

Are These Statements About Heart Attacks Truth or Myth?

Recognizing a heart attack may make the difference between surviving one or not. There are several misconceptions about what heart attacks are and what to expect if you experience one. Here we clear those myths away so you can recognize a heart attack when you see — or feel — one.

1. A Heart Attack Stops the Heart From Beating

Myth

It’s certainly possible to die from a heart attack, but it’s not required. Read the rest of this entry »

Avoiding Hypothermia

When the weather is extremely cold, and especially if there are high winds, try to stay indoors. Make any trips outside as brief as possible, and remember these tips to protect your health and safety:

Adults and children should wear:

a hat
a scarf or knit mask to cover face and mouth
sleeves that are snug at the wrist
mittens (they are warmer than gloves)
water-resistant coat and boots
several layers of loose-fitting clothing Read the rest of this entry »

Dehydration

Recognizing dehydration symptoms starts with an understanding of dehydration. Victims of dehydration do not have enough fluid (water) in their bodies to get nutrition and oxygen to the tissues of their bodies. In most cases, victims can correct dehydration by drinking water. Causes of dehydration include:

heat exhaustion
heat stroke
vomiting
diarrhea Read the rest of this entry »

How To Treat Dog Bites

Never Go to the Doctor’s Office for Chest Pain

Never Go to the Doctor’s Office for Chest Pain

Always Go the Emergency Room Instead – In an Ambulance

Heart Attacks Truth or Myth?

Are These Statements About Heart Attacks Truth or Myth?

1. A Heart Attack Stops the Heart From Beating

Avoiding Hypothermia

Dehydration

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