Anaphylactic Shock: What It Is, Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
WEDNESDAY, May 10, 2023 (HealthDay News) — If you or someone you know experiences allergies, you’ve probably heard of the life-threatening reaction called anaphylactic shock.To help you better understand exactly what this condition is and how to mana…
Learn MoreChild CPR
What is CPR? CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), or mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, is a type of artificial respiration that you induce by exhaling your breath into the victim’s lungs. There are three distinct methods depending on whether you’re perfor…
Learn MoreOverweight Kids
How do I know if my child has a weight problem?There’s no simple answer, since children grow in spurts. Boys especially tend to put on weight and look plump for a period and then suddenly shoot upward and slim down. If you’re worried, talk to your chi…
Learn MoreSunburns (Children)
What’s the best way to treat a sunburn?For starters, make sure your child drinks plenty of water; he’s probably dehydrated from being out in the sun. To soothe the sunburned area, apply a cold washcloth or let your child soak in a cool bath. (Adding b…
Learn MoreDelicious Ways to Sneak Fiber Into Your Child’s Diet
The biggest shortfall in most Americans’ diets isn’t vitamins or minerals. It’s fiber. Experts say adult women should get 25 grams a day while men should get 38 grams. Yet we average a paltry 15 grams. Our kids aren’t doing any better. The American He…
Learn MoreTooth Accidents
What should I do if my child bumps or chips a tooth? If the tooth was merely jarred or loosened slightly, you probably won’t need to do anything, though it’s a good idea to call your child’s dentist to get her opinion. If you see some bleeding from th…
Learn MoreCuts and Stitches
As just about anyone who has chopped vegetables knows, minor cuts are a part of everyday life. Knowing how to care for them quickly can help prevent infection and lessen the chances of scarring. Before treating any cuts, remember to wash your hands th…
Learn MoreWhat to Do for a Blow to the Abdomen, According to a Doctor
Children and adults alike can often end up in the emergency room following a blow to the abdomen, as they worry about any possible damage to internal organs.While motor vehicle accidents top the list of causes for abdominal injury in the United States…
Learn MoreBlisters
As anyone who has ever worn ill-fitting shoes knows, blisters are small but painful irritations that occur when the skin is repeatedly rubbed in the same place. Blisters can also result from using a tool that rubs against your hands and fingers, or fr…
Learn MoreBurns
The first step in treating a burn properly is to assess the severity and extent of the injury. Burns are divided into four categories: first, second, third, and fourth degree. If you have to treat a burn, you need to know how to determine whether it i…
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