Big plans this summer? While you are enjoying the summer, there are many things to watch out for.
According to WebMD.com, there are several dangers that peek out their heads during summer months more than other months.
* STING. The sting of a jellyfish is no skip in the park. If you do get bitten try to find a lifeguard who can put a special medication on the sting, if you can’t find the lifeguard, use vinegar, soda, urine or salt water to help.
* STING. If you are stung by a stingray it was probably caused by accidentally stepping on a stingray. Seek immediate medical care, immerse in hot water to remove the stingers, scrub with soap and water and apply any pressure to stop bleeding.
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Did you ever think that your over-the-counter drugs, food or perfume could increase your sensitivity to the sun? We need all the protection from sunlight that we can get.
According to WebMD.com, some medications and skin care products can actually increase your chance of becoming burned. Find out what those are, so you can avoid them…
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Has your child ever been misdiagnosed? Or has your child been given the wrong medication? Medication and kids are a sensitive combo.
According to USNews.com, a study in Vancouver found that it is quite common for children’s meds to be given incorrectly. Over 100 medication errors were made in 83 homes from December 07 to September 09, 73 of those errors could have caused serious harm to the child and 10 of them did cause injury.
Eight ways to steer clear of making any problems are:
- Do not memorize! Ask your pediatrician for written instructions on how to give your child their medication.
- Ask questions. If you do not completely comprehend what the doctor is saying, ask them questions. Be crystal clear on the medication by the time you leave the doctors office.
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Seen the Cheerios commercial that promises you you’ll lose 4% of your cholesterol level? Well…unless all you’ve eaten for breakfast is cinnamon rolls and greasy breakfast sandwiches then that’s not likely to happen. (Although as sad as that is some are in that boat.)
WebMD.com has suggested some tips on how to properly lower your cholesterol:
1. Set a goal
2. Medication might be right for you
3. Get physical
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What is causing that cough? You’ve been coughing for weeks and can’t figure out what it could be. You may wonder if it’s a cold or something more serious. We’re here to help you figure that out.
Health.com has done their research to find some answers:
* Asthma/Allergies- asthma is a chronic lung disease where the airways can become inflamed, and swell up so breathing is difficult. Allergic reactions can trigger an asthma attack
* COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)- happens when airways/air sacs are inflamed, or damaged by the production of excess mucus…mostly caused by smoking…most common after age 45
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According to the Chicago Tribune, the Food and Drug Administration recently announced a review about bone-building osteoporosis drugs similar to Fosamax. The review was concerning the safety with these drugs and the risks that may apply. There is a risk of femur fractures caused from bone weakness.
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According to the Food and Drug Administration Mommy’s Bliss Nipple Cream should not be used by new moms. FDA warns customers that this cream encompasses ingredients that may harm nursing babies.
FDA alerted WebMD.com that mothers and caregivers need to seek immediate medical attention if these strange symptoms: loss of appetite, trouble in waking the baby, limp arms or legs, weak grip strength or discoloration of skin occur.
Two ingredients that seem to be causing a lot of problems with respitory issues are: chlorphensein and phenoxyethanol. Chlorphenesin relaxes skeletal muscle and can slow the central nervous system and cause respiratory depression in infants. Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that’s mainly used in make up and medications- it can lower the central nervous system, cause vomiting, diarrhea and lead to dehydration.
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WebMD reports, “Two out of three pregnant women in the U.S. take some kind of medicine during pregnancy. Yet very few drugs are tested in pregnant women.” The affect of common medications on pregnant women is unclear, so the FDA and a crew of HMOs have set in motion several studies to find out how different medicines affect pregnancy.
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A New York hospital engaged a texting program to remind liver transplant patients to take their medication. They tested the program for an entire year and while there were challenges, the end result was positive.
Right now talk is of expanding the program to include many chronic diseases or memory problem patients.
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