Articles for Tag: "emergency medicine"

How to determine if you have appendicitis 
How to determine if you have appendicitis
Without treatment, your inflamed appendix may rupture which can lead to complications. Learn what causes appendicitis to occur.
Does that burn need medical attention? 
Does that burn need medical attention?
An emergency department doctor offers steps you can take when injured by steaming liquids.
Is the sun beating you down? 
Is the sun beating you down?
Find out how hotter temperatures can impact both your physical and mental health.
These summer toys may be more dangerous than you think 
These summer toys may be more dangerous than you think
Here’s how some popular summer activities stack up, according to an emergency medicine physician.
Understanding the risks of hot cars 
Understanding the risks of hot cars
Find out why children are more at risk.
Beware of this serious summer hazard 
Beware of this serious summer hazard
This problem is all-too-common and can lead to burns and amputations.
Can job status increase your risk of death? 
Can job status increase your risk of death?
Employment, or lack thereof, may be posing great danger to your health.