Animal Bites

Stop Bleeding Apply direct pressure until bleeding stops. Clean and Protect For a wound or superficial scratch from an animal bite: Gently clean with soap and warm water. Rinse for several minutes after cleaning. Apply antibiotic cream to reduce risk of infection, and cover with a sterile bandage. Get Help Get medical help immediately for […]

Bleeding Cuts or Wounds

Stop Bleeding Apply direct pressure on the cut or wound with a clean cloth, tissue, or piece of gauze until bleeding stops. If blood soaks through the material, don’t remove it. Put more cloth or gauze on top of it and continue to apply pressure. If the wound is on the arm or leg, raise […]

Burn

Burn management Burns can be minor medical problems or life-threatening emergencies. Many people die each year from fire-related burn injuries. Electricity and chemicals also cause severe burns. Scalding liquids are the most common cause of burns in children Treatment of burns depends on the location and severity of the injury. Sunburns and small scalds can […]

CPR

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a first aid technique that can be used if someone is not breathing properly or if their heart has stopped. Usually we use the acronym of CAB — compression, airway, breathing — to help people remember the order to perform the steps of CPR.   Compression: Restore blood […]

Cut or Lacerations

Take the following steps for minor cuts. 1. Stop the Bleeding Apply direct pressure on the area. 2. Clean and Protect Clean the area with warm water and gentle soap. Apply an antibiotic ointment to reduce chance of infection. Put a sterile bandage on the area. In some people, antibiotic ointments may cause a rash. If […]

Vitamin B 12

What Is Vitamin B12? Vitamin B12, also called cobalamin, is a nutrient you need for good health. It’s one of eight B vitamins that help the body convert the food you eat into glucose, which gives you energy. Vitamin B12 has a number of additional functions. It is needed for: production of elements of DNA […]

Vitamin B

The Symptoms of Vitamin B Deficiency The Symptoms of Vitamin B Deficiency Vitamin B12 What it does: Vitamin B12 helps regulate the nervous system. It also plays a role in growth and red blood cell formation. Vitamin B12 is found primarily in meat and dairy products, so strict vegetarians are at risk for a deficiency. […]

Vitamin A

Facts About Vitamin A What is vitamin A? “Vitamin A” is the blanket term for retinoids, biologically active compounds that occur naturally in both plant and animal tissues. The vitamin A that comes from animal sources is fat-soluble, and in the form of retinoic acid, retinal and retinol. The vitamin A in fruits and vegetables […]

Vitamin C

Facts on Vitamin C Vitamin C (also known as ascorbic acid) is abundant in vegetables and fruits. A water-soluble vitamin and powerful antioxidant, it helps the body form and maintain connective tissue, including bones, blood vessels, and skin. Why is vitamin C necessary, what does vitamin C do and what are some vitamin C benefits? […]

Vitamin D

What is vitamin D? Vitamin D, often referred to as the “sunshine vitamin,” is actually a fat-soluble hormone that the body can synthesize naturally. Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) is synthesized by plants, and vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) is synthesized by humans when skin is exposed to ultraviolet-B (UVB) rays from sunlight. Why is vitamin D necessary? Vitamin […]