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First aid and safety

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What does critical condition mean?
Find out exactly what critical condition means when a patient is in the hospital.

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4 things to do at home that can help muscle strain
Learn 4 ways to treat and muscle strain and recover quickly!

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Backyard safety tips for warmer weather
Protect your loved ones by taking these key precautions.

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7 signs it's time for knee or hip replacement
If you’re struggling to manage knee or hip pain, you may need to consider joint replacement surgery—...

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Are your medications making you more prone to sunburn?
A few extra precautions can keep you safe in the sun while taking your meds.

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What to do if you have a spider bite
Some spider bites can make you sick. Here's what you need to know.

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Should you go to the emergency room or urgent care?
Learn the difference, and where to get help when an unexpected health issue arises.

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Do you know how to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?
This colorless, odorless gas sends more than 100,000 people to the ER each year.

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How to protect kids from extreme heat
Follow these simple tips to keep children cool and smiling this season.

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How to deliver high-quality, hands-only CPR
Know how to perform hands-only CPR, when to use an AED, and how to find your rhythm with your CPR so...