Fever: 10 Ways to Reduce from a Cold or Flu
Fever is a common symptom of colds and flu, often making us feel miserable and fatigued. While fever itself is a natural response of the body to infections, it’s essential …
Seizures
Seizures can be concerning, and while not all seizures are medical emergencies, there are situations when immediate medical attention is necessary. Seizures resulting in unconsciousness, last longer than 5 minutes, are a result of heat exposure or dehydration, have no known cause, or happen in someone very young or elderly would be considered a medical emergency.
Is My Child Having a Seizure?
How can you know if your child is having a seizure? Every parent’s worst nightmare is seeing their child in distress, and when it comes to seizures, the fear can …
Diabetes Symptoms and Emergencies
Diabetes, commonly called a silent killer, is related to blood sugar levels in the body. The warning signs can be so mild that you may not notice them. So, how …
How Do You Respond To Someone Having A Seizure?
If you’ve ever witnessed someone having a seizure, you know it can be somewhat alarming. Seizures can occur without warning, causing a person to exhibit unusual, even frightening behavior. Bystanders …
Is It An Emergency If Someone Collapses?
A collapse—your legs suddenly give way and you fall to the ground—is called by many names: fainting, passing out, losing consciousness. The medical term for fainting is syncope (SINK-a-pee). Before …
Emergency Room Visits During COVID-19
The COVID-19 has made people rethink their choices on comingling with others — how often they go to the grocery store, parks, schools – any public spaces. However, one thing …
First Aid For Stroke
A stroke is a life-threatening medical emergency. The sooner treatment begins, the higher the chances of controlling further damage. Every moment counts. A blood vessel carries oxygen and nutrients to …
High Blood Pressure: When To Seek Emergency Care
High blood pressure increases the risk of heart disease and stroke, two leading causes of death for Americans. Tens of millions of adults in the United States have high blood …
Traumatic Brain Injury
National Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month For decades, the Brain Injury Association of America has raised consciousness in observing Brain Injury Awareness Month by conducting an engaging public campaign each …