January 2018 - Toronto First Aid
Scombroid poisoning
Scombroid poisoning is a condition brought about by ingestion of contaminated food, usually fish. It is important to note that bacteria multiplied during improper […]
Splinters
Splinters are foreign objects which are partly or completely lodged into the skin. Generally, splinters are wood, but also glass, metal and plastic. In […]
Lightning strike
A lightning strike is considered as a weather-related cause of death. In most cases, victims are injured or killed by a lightning strike while […]
Tibia fracture
The tibia or shinbone is the usual site for fractures. A fracture of the tibial shaft involves a crack or break that arises at […]
Catfish sting
A catfish sting typically occurs after treading on it or holding the fish after catching one. A catfish is a variety of fish with […]