First Aid and Injury Prevention

Do you know what to do in the event of a medical emergency? Knowing how to administer first aid to someone with an illness or injury can be the difference betw…

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    What do I need in my first aid kit?

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

  • Man with sore back muscles.

    Sore Muscles from Exercise

    Exercise is an important part of a healthy, active lifestyle. It improves your heart and lungs and builds strong bones…

  • driver is upset after a car accident

    Post-Traumatic Stress After a Traffic Accident

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

  • Man suffering from backache while moving boxes

    Lifting Safety: Tips to Help Prevent Back Injuries

    Back injuries are common in everyday life. Follow these tips to lift safely and avoid back injuries.

  • Fit woman wearing a knee brace in a gym

    Knee Bracing: What Works?

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

  • Injury Prevention: Properly Storing Cleaning Supplies

    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. Since the COVID-19 outbreak, cleaning has been on the rise. A…

  • Person doing CPR on baby dummy during first-aid training

    Infant CPR/Choking

    Quick response is crucial when performing CPR on children or helping a child who is choking.

  • Stitched up wound after surgery.

    Incision Care After Surgery

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

  • How to Treat Common Household Injuries

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

  • If you depend on electricity to power home medical equipment and medication, plan ahead with a power backup and other solutions.

    How to Survive an Extended Power Outage with Home Medical Equipment

    Electricity is something we take for granted. When you depend on electricity to power medical equipment and medicine at home,…

  • Fireworks Safety

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

  • Senior person sitting on floor next to walker

    Falls: How to Lower Your Risk

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

  • Disinfecting Your Home

    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…

  • sweaty girl drinking water from a bottle outside

    Dehydration

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

  • Baby in car seat

    Choosing Safe Baby Gear

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

  • Child with broken arm and cast in sling

    Cast Care

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

  • Young man lying on grass while female bends over him doing CPR

    Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

    CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is done when a person isn’t breathing or their heart has stopped. It can save a…

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    Burns: Preventing Burns in Your Home

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

  • Bug Bites

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