What Should You Do if You Get Hurt by Fireworks?
With the 4th of July around the corner, we’re all looking forward to seeing the fireworks light up the sky. Professional pyrotechnic displays are a marvel to behold, but many people decide to forgo attending these events to light a display of their own. Firework accidents happen every year around this time, and you need […]
What Are Red Flags for Abdominal Pain?
Abdominal pain is a symptom that both men and women of all ages will experience over the course of their lifetimes. In fact, you’ll likely experience abdominal pain multiple times throughout your life, as it’s associated with many different conditions. Generally speaking, abdominal pain is short-term and the underlying cause is benign, meaning that it […]
What If You Get Sick While Traveling?
While still not ideal, it’s one thing to get sick in the comfort of a familiar environment like your home or office. On the other hand, it can be considered a whole different experience when you get sick while traveling – especially in a foreign country. What if you get sick while traveling – and […]
When Should I Take My Sick Child to the Doctor?
As a parent, you want the best for your child. You’ll do whatever it takes to ensure they are safe, healthy, and well-protected. No matter how diligent your efforts may be, every parent will need to contend with a sick child at one point or another. Getting sick is a natural part of life, especially […]
What If I Have the Chills But No Fever?
Having “the chills” describes the sensation of feeling cold. You feel it racking through your body, touching your bones with the cold. Have you ever experienced that feeling? Most of us know chills from developing a fever; as the pyrogen levels build in the body and reset the body’s temperature set point, it takes us […]
What I Need to Know About CPR
From drownings and car accidents to fires and electrical shocks, thousands of lives are saved every day, for countless reasons, thanks to cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Whether you’re a parent, caring for an elderly adult, a teacher, a lifeguard, or simply because you want to be able to provide lifesaving help, should the need arise – […]
Why is Snot Green When Sick?
Snot is one of the most fascinating substances known to the human body. However, snot is not something that any of us like to analyze – unless you work in a lab. It’s one of the things you can expect to come out of your body when you’re sick. A sinus infection and a runny […]
Omaha Halloween Events and Safety Reminders
If you plan on trick or treating or going to any Omaha Halloween events, then safety is one of the most important things to keep in mind. The safety of trick-or-treaters and Halloween event guests should be the first thing on your Halloween party checklist. If not, many types of accidents could happen and affect […]
What to Put in Your Emergency Preparedness First Aid Kit
In some cases, being prepared may very well become vital for your survival. You never know what tomorrow will bring, and being prepared is not only essential for your overall safety, health, and well-being, but it’s also an excellent way to calm your nerves. When you’re aware and prepared, no matter what is thrown your […]
Are There Cases of Monkeypox in Nebraska?
Since 2020, a majority of the world has been in a constant state of alert over disease. It all started with Sars-Cov-2, the virus that is believed to have brought on Covid-19. On Friday, March 13, 2020, President Donald Trump declared a state of emergency for Covid-19, and many things have not been the same […]