Man, it’s hot! Can you identify heat stroke?

Man, it’s hot! The summer months are at the front door, and we need to be ready to greet high temps and thick humidity. Most folks are aware of the dangers of overexposure to hot conditions, and we do our best to stay hydrated and keep cool. However, it seems like...

Are you thinking about a career in Healthcare?

Why Become a CNA? A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) has one of the most important roles in the healthcare industry. CNAs help to create a bridge between medical staff and patients, providing hands-on assistance to both groups. It’s often an overlooked position when...

MOVE IT!

Exercise is good for your heart. But how much exercise do we need? Most studies indicate that your level of exercise should be greater than none, or expressed mathematically:   Activity > 0   At least 30 minutes of moderate exercise at least 5 days per...

Coffee!

We Coffee! Americans drink a lot of coffee. Per capita, it’s fourth on the list of beverages consumed within a calendar year: 1. Soda – 45 gallons (per person, per year) 2. Bottled Water – 29 gallons 3. Beer – 21 gallons 4. Coffee – 20 gallons About two-thirds of U.S....

Baby Steps…To A Clear Airway

In our last posting we discussed the Heimlich maneuver – the preferred technique for resolving a blocked airway in an adult or a child that is old enough to walk. Now we want to talk about what do for an infant that is choking. Infants are generally a hearty bunch,...
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