Infectious diseases update / telemedicine in the emergency department /...
You are probably aware of the important childhood vaccines recommended to prevent disease, but you may not realize that adults need vaccinations to stay healthy — just like kids do. Last fall, the...
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In the Loop: Back to work after accident left him paralyzed
After Daniel Grossman, M.D., was paralyzed in a biking accident, he needed to learn how to do everything — including care for patients — in a new way. Daniel Grossman, M.D., was in command and control...
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Hurricane Safety Series: Well-being during a storm
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30. In this second part of a four-part series, review some medical safety steps to consider when you're in a hurricane. Preparation is critical in...
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Hurricane Safety Series: Avoiding injuries after the storm
Though preparation is likely the most important part of staying safe during a hurricane or severe weather, risks remain once the threat has passed. In part three of this hurricane safety series, review...
View ArticleMayo Clinic Minute: Rattlesnakes, scorpions and other desert dangers
For those living in the Southwest or those visiting the Southwest for the first time, it's important to be aware of the dangers of the desert. Rattlesnakes and scorpions are common desert companions....
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Know the facts about ‘dry drowning’
Last summer, there were many reports in the news and on social media about “dry drowning” – where individuals, particularly children, drowned days or weeks after swimming. While devastating to the...
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Keeping cool in blistering hot weather
When the weather is blistering hot, Dr. David Claypool, an emergency medicine physician, says you need to listen to your body. "What starts out as heat cramps can quickly move to heat exhaustion and...
View ArticleMayo Clinic Minute: The dangers of heat-related illnesses
Extreme heat can be dangerous. Every year, thousands of people suffer symptoms of heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Soaring temperatures are certainly a major culprit, but...
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Staying safe during a major winter storm
As several winter storms are expected to bring freezing rain, sleet and snow across the U.S., the National Weather Service reminds people to be safe and prepare in advance to ensure personal safety...
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Ouch! I’ve burned my hand on a hot pan — now what?
It's easy to get a burn on your arm or hand from a hot pan while cooking. Extremely hot water — over 110 degrees Fahrenheit — can cause burns, as can stoves, fires, hot food and the sun. Most burns...
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