Medical emergencies are uncalled for and they can cause some serious havoc in someone’s life if not handled properly. If you know how to act in the moment of emergency, then you can actually save someone’s life. Whether it is fainting, seizures, choking, bleeding or accidents can occur at any time, anywhere. Whether it…
Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental health condition that is usually triggered by a terrifying event. Either the person has experienced it or might have witnessed the event. The common symptoms can include nightmares, flashbacks, anxiety, and thoughts that can be out of one’s control. The most who experience such traumatic events find it very…
One of the important decisions that you need to make for your child is to select the right pediatrician for them. The pediatrician that you are going to choose will be in touch with your family all the time and will be comfortable with you as well. You have to visit the doctor’s time and…
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation or CPR is an emergency procedure which is done in order to provide artificial ventilation by giving chest compressions. In case if a person is not able to breathe properly or is unconscious then CPR is given to that person. In case of an emergency, the person giving the CPR becomes the ultimate…
If you have a medical emergency, it is quite common for people to visit an emergency room. There are about 124 million people who are visiting emergency centers every year. The numbers are going to rise by 2020 to approximately 200 million people. This means more people are aligning towards emergency medical care. Sometimes, in…
Do you struggle to maintain your New Years resolution to exercise more frequently? Perhaps you start of the month of January strong but your workout routine slightly declines due to a hectic schedule. Here is a six-step strategy to help you get active early in the a.m. Couple Working Out Together. Lay out your workout…
How much sleep you need to stay healthy, alert, and active depends on your age and varies from person to person. Most adults need at least seven or more hours of sleep each night. The National Sleep Foundation and a panel of 18 experts examined than 300 studies to identify the ideal amount of time…
The holidays are approaching and that means food, family gatherings, gift giving and more food! Here are some tips to help you stay healthy during the holidays. Portion Control Using a smaller plate allows you to put less food on your plate and encourages proper portion sizes. Always start by filling your plate with vegetables…
Flu season is approaching. And the question remains whether a flu shot is necessary. If you are a health professional or work in a school, absolutely! But for others whose work environment may be low-risk for illnesses and cold symptoms, getting a flu shot is still highly recommended. The common reason doctors see patients in…