Taking care of a tick bite and danger signs
Remove the tick promptly with fine tipped tweezers near the skin and pull upward slowly. Do not twist or squeeze and avoid handling with bare hands. Do not use petroleum jelly polish or a hot match.Seal the tick in a container and freezer it. Seek medical care if new symptoms appear or you develop severe headache breathing difficulty paralysis heart palpitations or if the tick remains attached.
Recognize symptoms of salmonella infection
Tribune News Service reports on salmonella symptoms and prevention during summer gatherings. Dr Summer Allen of Mayo Clinic notes stomach cramps diarrhea and fever are common and symptoms appear 12 to 72 hours after exposure. Most cases need only fluids rest and hydration, though dehydration risk exists. high risk groups include children and the elderly. Hand hygiene helps reduce spread.
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Do s and don ts of first aid for snake bites
Do call 911 immediately if bitten by a snake and seek medical help. Most bites are not venomous, but antivenom may be needed for venomous bites. Move away from the snake, stay calm, remove tight items, position bite at or below heart, wash with soap, cover with dry dressing, avoid tourniquets cutting wounds or caffeine or alcohol, and do not try to capture the snake. If safe, photograph the snake for identification.
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Myths and Facts About Pool Safety and Illnesses
Community pools offer recreation but require caution. Drowning remains a leading cause of accidental death across ages, so ensure children can swim and are supervised by a responsible adult. Cryptosporidium is a common waterborne parasite. check pool cleaning schedules, water testing, and reports of recent infections before swimming.
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