Can Dehydration Affect My Allergies?

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According to a survey led by Cornell Medical Center and the International Bottled Water Association, 75 percent of Americans are chronically dehydrated. According to Webmd.com, one in five people have allergy or asthma symptoms. Does dehydration cause allergy symptoms to appear or become worse?

How to Teach the Requirements for Medical Assisting

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The need for medical assistants is expected to grow, and instructors must ensure that students have the education needed to launch a successful career. Instructors should focus on areas such as clinical applications, lab techniques and procedures of medical offices and hospitals.

What Is Heartsaver CPR?

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According to the American Heart Association (AHA), only 6.4 percent of heart attack victims live because most of the people that witness the heart attack do not know how to perform CPR. This is the main reason that learning how to perform CPR is so important for saving lives. You can help make a dif

How to Put Prevention Into Practice

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Put Prevention Into Practice (PPIP) is a national program designed to reduce barriers that may impede effective delivery of appropriate evidenced-based clinical preventive services. (See reference 1) The U.S. Prevention Services Task Force (USPSTF) supported by the Agency for Healthcare Research a

Palliative Wound Treatment Promotes Healing

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Pain, infection, and odor, often make wound care difficult. Learn new ways to manage end-of-life wounds.

Has the Restriction of Working Hours Decreased the Rate of Injuries?

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Commentary on a study on the impact of surgical residents' working hours restriction on bile duct injuries after laparoscopic cholecystectomy, published September 2008 in the Archives of Surgery.

How to Remove Wound Packing Painlessly

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Cuts and wounds are an unfortunate part of life. Removing bandages from wounds is a painful task that can sometimes hurt as much as the injury itself. The pain comes from the wound packing becoming dry and sticking to your skin. You can ease some of the pain by knowing how to properly remove the wou

How to Transport a Patient on a Gurney

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One of the most widely used contraptions in the medical world, gurneys are vital fixtures for ambulances, clinics and hospitals. Their purpose is simple: to transport patients to the places they will be treated. In the hopeful scenario where you are the one pushing the gurney rather than the one bei

How Are Rip Tides Dangerous in Hurricanes?

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The United States Lifesaving Association estimates approximately 100 Americans die annually after being swept out to sea by rip tides, and hurricanes hundreds of miles away from shore can create rip tides. Rip tides are usually only 100 feet wide at most, but they can flow hundreds of feet into the

How to Dehydrate Without Heat

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Up to 75 percent of your weight is water weight. Water is found in your body's cells and flowing through your blood vessels. If you had no access to water, you would die in just three to five days. Most people know to drink plenty of water on hot days to avoid dehydration. However, the temperature i

Office Procedure for Diabetic Toe Ulcerations

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The authors illustrate a simple, office-based procedure in a step-by-step approach to correct these deformities

Naproxen or Sumatriptan for Recurrent Headache After ED Visit?

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Unfortunately, headache recurrence after successful ED treatment is more the rule than the exception. A new study compares 2 popular therapies to treat these patients.

Complaints Against Home Healthcare Agencies

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Home health care agencies provide home health services, such as nursing care and physical therapy, to persons that require medical care in their home. These patients may have recently been hospitalized or had a surgical procedure, or may have a medical condition that requires occasional medical care

Boston Marathon Bombings: An Emergency Department Responds

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Medscape talk to the nursing director of the ED at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, who describes the events of Boston Marathon bombings, from a health professional's perspective.

How to Check a Doctor's Background for Free

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Your health is important, so you want to be assured the person responsible for your health, whether it be a physician or surgeon, has the necessary credentials and background. Although several sites online provide this information for a price, there are ways to obtain a doctor's background informat

What Is the Ace Procedure?

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The ACE Procedure is also known as the Antegrade Continent Enema procedure. It is an alternative way to give an enema and can be an option for children who need long term enema therapy.

How to Train for Emergency Procedures

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Emergency preparedness means being ready before an emergency strikes. Emergency procedures can make a life or death difference during tragic events. During a tragic event is not the right time to identify if a procedure is effective or not. Planning and preparation ensures everyone is familiar with

Anthrax Treatment

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Find out how exposure to anthrax is treated from the experts at WebMD.

How to Check the Background of a Doctor

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If you or a loved one undergoes a major medical procedure, such as surgery, it is always smart to make sure the physician and surgeon are board-certified and licensed. You may also want to know if he or she has been subject to any disciplinary actions. According to MDNationwide, an estimated 50 to 6

Safety Delays Before Surgery for Acute Appendicitis

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Short organizational delays before appendicectomy may improve provision of surgical services, but is the delay safe for the patient?