Drowning is the main cause of death among children, including babies and toddlers. Most cases of drownings among infants occur in buckets and bathtubs. Toddlers between the ages of 1-4 usually drown in swimming pools. Nevertheless, many children included in this age group drown in rivers, ponds and lakes. Drowning refers to death that occurs […]
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Poison ivy is responsible for triggering skin rashes among children during spring, summer and fall. An allergic reaction to the oil (urushiol) produced by the plant triggers the rash. It is important to note that the rash develops several hours up to 3 days after being exposed and starts as blisters accompanied by intense itchiness.
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A child older than 6 months with fever requires treatment unless he/she is uncomfortable. Monitor the behavior of the child. If he/she is eating, drinking, sleeping normally and able to play, you should wait if the fever improves on its own and there is no need to treat the fever. What should I do? Try
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Little League elbow is a prevalent type of overuse injury linked with throwing. The injury is quite common among pitchers but also occur among infielders, catchers and outfielders. The condition is the result of continuous stress to the growth plate on the interior of the elbow. Significant stress occurs throughout the acceleration stage of throwing
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There are various causes of chest injuries. An individual who sustained a direct strike to the chest might end up with a trivial or significant injury. It is not uncommon to experience shortness of breath for a brief time after a bash to the chest. Even after sustaining chest injuries, it is vital to determine
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Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus is a form of staphylococcus that developed resistance to various antibiotics. The staph bacteria generally thrive on the skin and within the nose without causing any issues. In case these bacteria develop resistance to antibiotics, they can trigger serious infections particularly among those who are sick or weak. The difference of MRSA
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Scuba diving can put one at risk for pressure injuries. It is important to note that the body is impaired if unable to adjust to the increasing and decreasing pressure of the water as compressed air is breathed in. The changes in pressure can result to injuries during descent and while ascending. Common pressure injuries
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