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Overview When somebody gets a sore throat, in most instances, this is an indication of an infection, which can be viral and even bacterial. In most cases, there is no actual cause why a person gets a sore throat. If you have a sore throat you may notice your tonsils are swollen, inflamed glands near […]

Overview In most cases, the pain in joints that a person has is due to arthritis in that joint or due to an injury that the person has had. The following information should be able to give you an idea of why you have pain and what you should do to cope with this pain.

Introduction Asthma can be scary. However, you can control this. But, you do have to take an active role in your health. There are several aspects that go into effectively managing your asthma. You will want to work with your doctor on finding a plan that works for you. Effective asthma management necessitates that you

Overview Insect stings or bites are very common, and they often only cause a minor irritation. However, some bits can become infected or trigger an allergic reaction, which is very serious. Some of the bugs that are commonly found in the UK that bit include mosquitoes, fleas, bedbugs and spiders. Those that sting include bees,

Overview A chemical burn happens when a fluid or chemical powder touches the eye. Normally, the injury occurs when a chemical splashes in the face. Though, chemical burns might also occur when you rub your eyes after working with a chemical product. Always wear suitable protection goggles or a face mask when working with any

Overview Sleep Apnoea is a condition that occurs when the upper airway is blocked by the walls of your throat muscles while you are sleep. That causes breathing to stop for a few seconds, sometimes as long as a minute. The brain then detects that there has been a drop in oxygen intake and send

Overview Blood uses blood vessels to travel throughout the body, and there are three main types: -Arteries -Veins -Capillaries Arteries and veins move blood away from and to the heart, respectively. Capillaries move blood around specific tissues in the body. A minor cut might not be a problem for most, but heavy bleeding obviously requires

Overview  It may never happen during your lifetime, but it is always in your best interest to be prepared in the case of an emergency situation, whether you are simply at your home or out in public. When it comes to becoming more prepared for those types of situations, many individuals take advantage of taking

Overview Many individuals are prepared for almost anything in life while others simply manage troubles as they arise. Reading common first aid literature leads one to believe that first aid requires special utensils and methods. In reality, common sense is the most useful first aid tool that people should make due with. Basic first aid

Overview A poison is any substance that causes damage, loss of bodily control, or sickness when it comes into contact with the body. Poisons cover a wide spectrum and can take the form of gases, liquids, and solids. If poisons are ingested they can cause massive damage to any or all tissues they come in contact