First Aid, Remedies and Medical Terms

Burns can happen in daily life from hot liquids, the sun, fire, chemicals, or electricity. Children often get burns in the kitchen from spills, while adults…

A fever occurs when your body temperature rises above its normal range, often as a natural response to an infection. The hypothalamus in the brain resets…

Hypoxemia is a medical condition that occurs when the oxygen levels in your blood are lower than normal. Oxygen is essential for your body to function…

Blisters are small, fluid-filled sacs that develop beneath the skin, usually as a response to repeated friction, pressure, heat, or moisture. They often form on the…

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a lifesaving emergency procedure used when a person’s heart has stopped or they are no longer breathing. These situations may result from…

A heart attack, or myocardial infarction, happens when oxygen-rich blood can’t reach part of the heart muscle due to a blocked artery—often from a blood clot…

Leg discomfort is a widespread issue that affects people of all ages. Whether it occurs after sitting at a desk, standing for long hours, or traveling…

Tracking fat grams is a helpful way to monitor whether your fat intake aligns with dietary guidelines. By keeping an eye on the fat you consume,…

White tongue occurs when the surface of the tongue develops a pale, patchy, or coated appearance. This condition happens when small bumps on the tongue, called…

Manual blood pressure measurement helps check for hypertension and other changes in blood pressure. To do this, you need a pressure gauge, a stethoscope, and a…