Summer certainly is one of the most fun times of the year. Although, all too common are bites and stings. You can be bitten by a variety of insects including midges, mosquitoes, horseflies, fleas, lice, and ants and some people react worse to bites and stings than others. We are going to explore what some
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Did You Know? Food Poisoning is a Common Summer Ailment. This happens because some people do not properly clean or take care of their food, allowing it to sit in the summer heat before they consume it. Summer may not be the first season you associate with feeling unwell. However, the warm months can lead
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That time of the year again! The Summer season, is the time of sun, heat, and fun. As fun as the Summer season may be, too much sun is never a good thing. Here we explain the common Summer ailment of sunburn. What it is, how to prevent it, and treatments. What Are The Signs
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Sometimes it’s hard to tell if an open wound needs stitches. Stitches will help the cut heal properly and reduce scarring. If you’re not sure whether a wound requires stitching here are some helpful tips and methods you can use to find out if your open wound is really in need of medical attention. Some
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When faced with a burn, distinguishing it can be difficult. Burns can range from a minor burn to a serious burn. The first step is to determine the extent of damage to body tissues. There are three burn classifications: first-degree burn, second-degree burn and third-degree burn. In addition, there are also ice burns. 1st –
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