Reading Time: 8 minutesBeing bitten or scratched by an animal can be frightening, especially when the skin is broken. Some wounds are minor and heal on their own, while others may require medical treatment, stitches, antibiotics, tetanus vaccination, or rabies post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP). Rabies is one of the most serious…
Reading Time: 6 minutesHave you ever had a nosebleed? How did you feel when it happened? Did you become alarmed or scared because you weren’t sure what to do? Nosebleeds can certainly look frightening, especially when there seems to be a lot of blood. Fortunately, most nosebleeds are not serious…
Reading Time: 9 minutesAs a nurse, I admit that I have always been cautious about taking vitamin and mineral supplements. I have often wondered whether I really need them, especially when many supplement products make impressive health claims. For me, getting nutrients from a healthy, varied and balanced diet has…
Reading Time: 9 minutesHigh blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called the “silent killer” because it may not cause noticeable symptoms while increasing the risk of serious conditions such as heart disease and stroke. The good news is that there are many lifestyle changes that can help prevent and manage…
Reading Time: 8 minutesWhen the coronavirus outbreak first emerged in early 2020, many of us had countless questions. What exactly was this new virus? How did it spread? What symptoms should we watch for? When should we see a doctor? And most importantly, how could we protect ourselves and our…
