First Aid and Injury Prevention

According to the National Capital Poison Center, household cleaning supplies—including kitchen cleaners and liquid laundry packets—are the second most common exposure to poison among children under 6 years of age. And since the COVID-19 outbreak, cleaning has been on the rise

Cleaning your home isn’t just for looks. Cleaning and disinfecting your home are important for reducing the spread of germs and bacteria that cause infection and illness. Path to caring for a healthy home Many people recognized the importance of disinfecting their homes

Anyone who is spends time with babies should know how to perform infant CPR—and when it’s appropriate to perform CPR…

Learn about post-traumatic stress after a car accident and how your doctor can help you deal with it

Cuts, scrapes, and even burns are common household injuries. Most of the time, these injuries are minor and can be…

Many people love to shoot off fireworks. But it’s a risky activity. That’s why it’s important to do everything you…

Dehydration is when your body doesn’t have enough fluids to work properly. It happens when you lose more fluids than…

CPR stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. It’s an important lifesaving technique to use in emergencies.

Having a baby means you’ll need a lot of baby gear. First, do your research to ensure everything you buy…

Having to wear a cast isn’t necessarily enjoyable — or comfortable. But taking proper care of your cast may mean…

Knee braces are supports to be worn when you have pain in your knee or to prevent injury. Some doctors…

A fall at an older age can have serious consequences to your health and independence. Reduce your risk for falling…

Most bug bites are harmless, but they do cause discomfort. In rare cases, certain bug bites can be deadly.

Fires and other accidents at home can result in burns to you or a family member. Be prepared now and…

Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. However, it can cause sore muscles. This is common if you…

Taking care of your incision after surgery is important to your health. It can reduce the risk of infection and…

Back injuries are common, but can be avoided by planning ahead, following proper lifting tips, and getting help.

A well-prepared first aid kit is an important tool in treating minor injuries that commonly occur at home and when…