Finding a doctor who accepts Medicare or Medicaid is not hard to find but you need to call around and check who accepts it. Because of restrictions some doctors do not accept it anymore. It is crucial that you have a physician that will accept your insurance or it may cost you a lot of money when ma

Band Aids are great protection for minor injuries. After you clean your wound, a Band Aid can protect it from germs, dirt, or re-injury. Band Aids come in many different shapes, textures, and sizes. For some children, a Band Aid can ease the pain like nothing else. Band Aids--and similar adhesive ba

CPR and first aid cards are given after the applicant has completed approximately four hours of hands-on CPR or first aid training. Most of the CPR and first aid courses are taught by registered nurses and health care staff, following the guidelines of the American Red Cross and the American Heart A

Is there a survival advantage for total thyroidectomy over lobectomy in patients with papillary thyroid cancer?

Designed to build confidence to respond to emergencies, the American Red Cross tailors CPR, AED (automated external defibrillator) and First Aid Certification programs to multiple age groups and individuals. Nationwide recognition gives participants assurance of standardized certification. Programs

This article provides practical examples of how hospitalist groups can improve the efficiency of important aspects of their practice.

A heart attack is an event that is both painful and frightening, but there are several emergency procedures that can be performed. Emergency medical attention is crucial. An ambulance may be called or the sufferer may be driven to the hospital, but she should not take the risk of driving alone. Imp

CPR isn't just limited to emergency workers. Instructional classes and training are offered to the public, as well.krankenschwester image by Yvonne Bogdanski from Fotolia.comCardiopulmonary Resuscitation, or CPR, is defined by the American Heart Association as a combination of rescue...

When you ride a motorcycle you do not have to have a major collision to understand the pain involved with hitting the road. Regardless of how good a rider you are and how careful you may be, there is always a possible hazard or danger waiting. Landing on the road when your bike is moving can result

Can paramedics safely and effectively administer lisinopril for hypertension in acute stroke patients?

The onset of menstruation, often called a period, tends to be an experience that many women remember vividly. A lack of preparation and knowledge about the first monthly blood flow might result in negative memories of this event. Girls typically get their first period between the ages of 8 and 16,

Acticoat is a dressing for burns and wounds. It gradually releases silver into the wounded area to fight off bacteria and infection. One Acticoat dressing may be left on a wound for up to three days. The Acticoat dressing should be changed more often for serious burns or wounds that pose a high risk

Dropsy can be caused by too much salt in your diet.salt & pepper 3 image by FotoWorx from Fotolia.comDropsy, also called edema, is a disorder in which your body's tissues swell with fluid. According to Medline Plus, it usually occurs in the legs, feet and ankles but can occur anywhere,...

Technological advances such as radars and satellites have greatly enhanced the ability of meteorologists to predict tornadoes and the paths they will take. However, funnel clouds still form and develop into tornadoes very quickly and no technology, at this time, takes the place of knowing the weathe

Athletic taping is primarily used to restrict the range of motion within specific joints to prevent injury. In sports such as tennis, soccer, basketball and boxing, athletic tape allows your joints to work in a safe and controlled manner to minimize the chance of sprains and torn ligaments. Athletic

Most of the spiders found in New Jersey are harmless.spider and spider web image by Larry Ye from Fotolia.comPart of the charm of New Jersey (also known as the Garden State) is the variety of flora and fauna found all over the state. From the mysterious Pine Barrens, to the sprawling...

Intravenous, or IV, therapy is a common patient treatment in hospitals, clinics and outpatient care facilities. A long board or armboard is a useful piece of equipment used to stabilize IV sites in small children, infants or confused patients who might accidentally compromise the IV site. It's easy

What is the current management of diabetic foot ulceration?

Other Works ConsultedGammons M, Salam G (2002). Tick removal. American Family Physician, 66(4): 643–646. Also available online: http://www.aafp.org/afp/20020815/643.html.Gentile DA, Lange JE (2001). Tick-borne diseases. In PS Auerbach, ed., Wilderness Medicine, 4th ed., pp. 769–806. St. Louis: ...

A new study assesses the utility of obtaining blood cultures in patients with complicated cellulitis.