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Choking is a condition where someone is having a tough time breathing due to blocking the throat or windpipe (airway) from food, a tiny toy, or some other object. Because of this blockage, not enough oxygen reaches the lungs and without the proper flow of oxygen, a brain can get damaged within 4 to 6 […]
What is a chronic disease? A disease or condition which generally stays for 3 months or longer and may get worse over time. Chronic diseases tend to occur in older people and are usually controllable but not curable. The most common chronic diseases are cancer, heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, and stroke. The following is a […]
Cut, fall, or bad knock suddenly can cause a wound. Examples of wounds are cuts, lacerations, and grazes. Cuts are generally caused due to sharp objects like knives, blades, broken glass, and metal sheets. Grazes (also called abrasion) is a superficial injury in which the top layer of skin is damaged by friction. Grazes can […]
These days Yoga gaining popularity immensely all over the world due to its large number of positive aspects (spiritually, mentally, and physically). Yoga has shown its benefits in many people who suffer from various health conditions. People practice yoga in their daily life to keep themselves healthy physically as well as mentally. Now a days […]
Inflammation is your body’s attempt to cure itself by fighting against things that hurt it, such as infections, injuries, and toxins. When your cells are damaged, your body releases substances that cause your immune system to respond. Chronic inflammation occurs when this response persists, keeping your body on high alert. Chronic inflammation can have a […]
A cat may seem like a small domestic pet but her claws can be harmful if they break into the skin. A bite from a cat gets you infection easily if not vaccinated properly. In this situation, the answer is “YES”, you should refer to urgent care services after a cat bites you. In the […]
In the U.S., suicide is one of the most common causes of death. And the rate is constantly rising. The data from CDC’s (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) National Center for Health Statistics indicate numbers that represent: In 2020, a total of 45979 people died by suicide in the United States. That means 1 […]
More often fainting does not necessarily need emergency care if a patient regains consciousness within a minute. But you can opt for emergency care if you are seeing any symptoms that can be life-threatening or you are already in some critical condition and fainted while in it. We will discuss these conditions further in the […]
Food poisoning can happen to anyone but there is a special group of people according to CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) data who are most likely to get it and the cause is their ineffective immune system due to multiple reasons. These people due to their low immunity may be prone to many […]
Why do people faint? Fainting is usually caused by a drop in blood pressure, which reduces blood flow and oxygen to the brain. Most of the time fainting is not a thing to be worried about. However, if you repeatedly lose consciousness or have other symptoms, see your doctor. The following is a list of […]