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Danger Baby Proofing 101

June 22, 2022

Baby proofing is the act of implementing safety features and removing hazards in your living spaces to maximise the safety of children and babies. Baby proofing is important, as children aged 0-4 have the highest rates of injury death.

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How-To First Aid for Aortic Dissection

June 21, 2022

An aortic dissection occurs when blood rushes through a tear in the inner layer of the aorta. This can cause the inner layer to split from the middle layer, and result in aortic rupture. As such, it is important to know first aid for aortic dissection.

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Mental Health Food Choices that Support Mental Health

June 21, 2022

Good food has been shown to support the growth of good bacteria in the gut, which helps improve mental health. Processed and refined foods, meanwhile, have been shown to contribute to mood fluctuations and chronic conditions.

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Causes and Symptoms of Sudden Death
Disease What is Sudden Death?

June 21, 2022

A sudden death is one that is unexpected. Most sudden deaths are caused by cardiovascular diseases. It is important to understand these causes, so that you can provide effective first aid treatment, and reduce the casualty's risk of serious complications.

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First Aid Equipment Top Reasons You Need AED Training

June 21, 2022

The abbreviation for "automated external defibrillator" (AED) is "AED." Because it is automated, it will perform all of the laborious tasks for you.

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Allergy and Asthma How to Manage Asthma During Pregnancy

October 4, 2013

During pregnancy, it is important for women to continue taking their asthma medication. Though some women feel uneasy about continuing their asthma medication during pregnancy, asthma attacks can put unborn babies at risk.

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General Health-Related Trampoline Safety

June 20, 2022

After monkey bars, trampolines have the second largest cause of hospital-related injuries. One must seriously consider the safety risks and measures they must follow if they are going to have a trampoline at home and hope to keep their children safe.

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First Aid tips for burns and scalds
Injury Burns & Scalds First Aid Tips

June 17, 2022

First aid 101 for treating and preventing burns and scalds, with the increased risk of these occurring as families use heaters and hot showers to warm up from the chill.

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Woman with Constipation
How-To Constipation First Aid

June 17, 2022

Constipation occurs when a person passes stools less frequently, and their stools become difficult to pass. It is important to know first aid for constipation, as chronic constipation can either lead to, or be a symptom of, ongoing health complications.

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Common pet injuries
Pets First Aid for Pets

June 17, 2022

If your pet suffers an injury due to their inquisitive nature or becomes ill for other reasons, it is up to you to take responsibility and ensure they receive the appropriate treatment.

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Ways to Keep Blood Pressure Under Control
Disease Keep blood pressure under control

June 15, 2022

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a serious condition that can lead to heart attack, stroke, and other health problems. As such, it is important to understand how to manage your blood pressure on a daily basis.

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