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EMERGENCY
Jul 21
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How to choose stylish yet safe shades

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Most of us pick out our shades to accessorise our look. However, they are not just for looking stylish, they can save your eyesight. Sunburn to the eyes occurs whenever visible areas of the eye are exposed to the sun for more than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the sun can damage not only the skin of your eyelid but also the cornea, lens and other parts of the eye. UV exposure also contributes to the development of certain types of cataracts, growths on the eye and possibly macular degeneration. When shopping for shades, look out for: UV Protection Sunglasses…

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Dec 09
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When should you drive to the hospital or call an ambulance?

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When you or someone you care about are hurt or fall sick, you may not know whether to take them to the doctor yourself, or call an ambulance. Here’s what you need to know to decide whether you should take your own transport or call for help. The first thing to consider is the severity of the situation. The biggest question is,  is it a life-threatening situation? HERE’S HOW TO KNOW YOU SHOULD CALL AN AMBULANCE Change in skin colour or skin condition (cold, clammy, etc.) Does the person have Difficulty breathing Is the person experiencing excessive pain Is there heavy…

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Oct 19
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How to find the best doctor for you

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Keeping in mind that your doctor is someone you share a lot of personal and intimate information with, you should choose someone you are comfortable with and can trust. When looking for a new doctor, most of us ask friends and family to recommend someone, but here are a few questions you need to consider before settling on your new doctor. Location How near or far is the practice from your home and work. If the doctor’s location isn’t convenient or accessible, you may find it difficult to go there. Pick a doctor who is based somewhere close by and…

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Jul 15
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Travelling abroad? everything you need to know about vaccinations

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Your reservations are made, flight is booked and your itinerary is exciting and full of exhilarating experiences. However, before you go, get protection from illness. Travel vaccinations are an essential part of holiday and travel planning. What are vaccines? Travel vaccines are injections people get before visiting certain countries to help protect them from contracting serious illnesses. Vaccinations expose the body to germs of a disease and the body responds to the vaccination by making antibodies that will protect you if you are exposed to the disease in the future. You can’t get the disease from the vaccine because the…

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Apr 08
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Stay home or go to school? tips for parents

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“Being a parent is a juggling act, but throw in a child being home sick from school and the delicate balance topples. Many parents ask: When is it important to keep my child home from school and when should I send them?” said Hannah Chow-Johnson, MD, pediatrician at Loyola University Health System Schools are a perfect place for infectious diseases to thrive, so it’s important for parents to be vigilant when it comes to their child’s health. “There are times when it’s best for the child and his or her classmates to just remain at home,” said Chow. Chow gives…

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Mar 16
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Think it’s safe to SMS while walking? Think again

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Texting and walking is a known danger, but Dietrich Jehle, professor of emergency medicine at the University at Buffalo, says distracted walking results in more injuries per mile than distracted driving. Consequences include bumping into walls, falling down stairs, tripping over clutter or stepping into traffic. The issue is so common that in London, bumpers were placed onto light posts along a frequented avenue to prevent people from slamming into them. “When texting, you’re not as in control with the complex actions of walking,” says Jehle, MD, who is also an attending physician at Erie County Medical Center, a regional…

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Feb 17
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Got 5 minutes to create an emergency profile? It could save your life

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When there is an emergency, every second counts. The more information those helping have about you, the better prepared they are to save your life. And since an emergency can happen anytime, it’s better to prepare ahead and create an Emergency Profile before you need it. What is an Emergency Profile? It’s a quick summary of all the information paramedics, anyone helping you or a family member in an emergency will need to assist faster and better. It helps to align assistance to your specific health profile. For instance a heavy 65 year old male is two to three times…

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Jan 15
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What your child’s teacher should know about their allergies

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If your child suffers from allergies you may be nervous about how it will be managed at school in your absence. Your concerns may be around the fact that they can’t yet self-manage their allergies, know how to distinguish (in the case of food allergies) or perhaps that there won’t be a knowledgeable adult nearby in case of an emergency. With proper communication and a management plan, you can put your mind at ease and ensure that your child’s allergy can be controlled and overseen when you’re not there. Start off by arranging a meeting with your child’s teacher and,…

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Jan 15
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Doing this simple thing could save your child’s life

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Nine out of ten children are seriously or fatally injured in traffic accidents because they are incorrectly restrained or because of loose objects in cars. Correct use of safety equipment will save more lives, according to a new study from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health (NIPH). By investigating traffic accidents in Norway, Skjerven-Martinsen and her colleagues documented that incorrect restraint and loose objects in cars play a significant role in the number of deaths and injuries among children. The results show that: Accidents where children are seriously injured mainly occur on high speed roads, in weekend traffic and most…

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Jan 07
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Do’s and don’ts of taking medication

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Staff writer Drug related deaths of world famous celebrities such as Michael Jackson, Bruce Lee, and Heath Ledger captured the world’s attention when they happened. But prescription and over the counter drugs also pose a danger to everyday people. If you or anyone you care for is taking medication, here are some things you need to do to be safe. Don’t mix medication Certain medications have a similar function and can increase each other’s effects, risking severe side effects or overdose. Others behave in the exact opposite way and decrease or block another drug’s efficacy, causing one or both drugs…

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