Recognizing medical emergencies
Getting medical help right away for someone who is having a medical emergency can save their life. This article describes the warning signs of a medical emergency and how to be prepared. Information According to the American College of Emergency Physicians, the following are warning signs of a medical emergency: Bleeding that will not stop […]
5 Healthy Eating Tips for the Holidays
Savor a serving of the foods you really love. Here’s your recipe for staying on track no matter what’s cooking. ‘Tis the season for family, festivity, and food—lots of food. Temptations are everywhere, and parties and travel disrupt daily routines. What’s more, it all goes on for weeks. How do you stick to your diabetes meal […]
Alzheimer’s Disease at a Glance
Researchers have explored many complementary health approaches for preventing or slowing dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. Currently, there is no strong evidence that any complementary health approach can prevent cognitive impairment. What the Science Says Following are some of the complementary health approaches that have been studied in recent years. Fish Oil/Omega-3s. Among the nutritional and […]
A Possible Mechanism Behind Brain Fog
What you need to know Many people have ongoing cognitive problems after COVID-19. Even people who have only mild symptoms can develop long-term problems with attention, concentration, and memory. Many cancer patients experience something similar during or after chemotherapy, often called “chemo brain” or “chemo fog.” Chemo fog is related to the inflammation of neurons, […]
Hemorrhagic Stroke
Also called: Intracerebral Hemorrhage, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Summary A stroke is a medical emergency. There are two types – ischemicand hemorrhagic. Hemorrhagic stroke is the less common type. It happens when a blood vessel breaks and bleeds into the brain. Within minutes, brain cells begin to die. Causes include a bleeding aneurysm, an arteriovenous malformation (AVM), […]
Sprains and Strains
Summary A sprain is a stretched or torn ligament. Ligaments are tissues that connect bones at a joint. Falling, twisting, or getting hit can all cause a sprain. Ankle and wrist sprains are common. Symptoms include pain, swelling, bruising, and being unable to move your joint. You might feel a pop or tear when the […]
Dislocated Shoulder
Summary What is a dislocated shoulder? Your shoulder joint is made up of three bones: your collarbone, your shoulder blade, and your upper arm bone. The top of your upper arm bone is shaped like a ball. This ball fits into a cuplike socket in your shoulder blade. A shoulder dislocation is an injury that […]
When to use the emergency room – child
Whenever your child is sick or injured, you need to decide how serious the problem is and how soon to get medical care. This will help you choose whether it is best to call your doctor, go to an urgent care clinic, or go to an emergency department right away. It pays to think about […]
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Summary What is a rotator cuff? Your rotator cuff is part of your shoulder joint. It’s a group of muscles and tendons that holds the top part of your upper arm bone firmly in your shoulder socket. The rotator cuff keeps your shoulder stable when you move your arm in any direction. What are rotator […]
10 Dangerous Food Safety Mistakes
Español (Spanish) | Kreyòl (Creole) We all want to keep our families safe and healthy. But sometimes a simple mistake in how we handle and prepare food can lead to serious sickness. With some germs like Salmonella, just a small amount in undercooked food is enough to cause food poisoning. And just a tiny taste […]