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In our day-to-day lives, we often encounter various minor injuries, and two common types that many of us have experienced are lacerations and abrasions. While these terms sound technical, they refer to different types of injuries to our skin. Let’s delve into what lacerations and abrasions are, how they differ, and how to treat and …
If you’re looking for what to include in your first-aid kit, then you’ve come to the right place. In this guide, we have outlined everything you need to know about the importance of a first aid kit and how to build one yourself. First aid is one of those things that you don’t really think …
Sunburn is a common occurrence in many parts of the world – often against our best intentions – and we can soon find ourselves out in the sun for too long and then feeling the effects later on in the day. However, there have never been so many resources to keep us informed and up …
What Is a Dislocation? A dislocation is when a joint, most often the shoulder or knee, is moved out of its normal position. A dislocation is different from a fracture because there is no bone damage, only tendon and muscle damage. This can be caused by direct impact or hyperextension. Dislocations are common in sports, …
What Causes a Sunburn? Sunburns are a very common summertime injury with over one third of the United States population reporting some form of sunburn every year. This article will provide some information on how you can prevent, reduce the severity of, and treat sunburn. Ways to Prevent a Sunburn The easiest way to prevent …
