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A thermometer is a device used to measure body temperature or a temperature gradient.Here is some thermometers that you can use to measure temperature are: 1. Rectal (Digital Probe Thermometer) General Instructions (may vary depending on thermometer brand) Lubricate thermometer tip with petroleum jelly. Lay child face down across the lap and spread your baby’s…

A well prepared first aid kit can help treat injuries in emergency situations. You can purchase a pre-packed kit or make your own. Just make sure that it contains all items that might needed in an emergency situation, such as your family’s chronic medications, emergency phone numbers (including local emergency services, poison center, family doctor),…

You may be aware that high sodium intake can increase the risk of hypertension. But, did you know that approximately one-fourth of the world’s adult population have hypertension? About one in three Americans are suffering from hypertension! Sodium restriction is the first thing people with prehypertension and hypertension should practice. However, many of them are…

Antibiotics are commonly prescribed for acute upper respiratory infections, but in most of the cases antibiotics are not recommended. They must be taken as prescribed by your doctor as its overuse can lead to various side effects such as bacterial resistance, mild rashes, and diarrhea etc. According to a study in 2010, antibiotic adverse events…

If you have any complaint related to a product regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), you can report the issue to the FDA department. Reporting to the FDA can be accomplished by using two systems. Consumer complaint reporting system Medwatch Consumer Complaint Reporting Consumer Complaint Coordinators (CCC’s) of FDA department reports your complaint…

Did you know? Our pet friends can catch influenza virus too. Canine influenza is a highly infectious disease caused by an influenza a virus. This disease can be dangerous for your pets. Types of Canine Influenza Dogs infected with the canine influenza virus experience one of these syndromes: Mild – Dogs suffering from mild canine influenza…

Monitoring your blood pressure is essential for your health. Understanding your blood pressure numbers can help you control high blood pressure. Blood Pressure Numbers and Their Meaning Blood pressure is recorded in two numbers: Diastolic Blood Pressure (The Lower Number) It indicates the amount of pressure blood is exerting on artery walls while the heart…

Are you dealing with sinus problems? If you are, then you know how hard it gets to breathe from the nose. Did You Know? In the U.S., approx. 37 million people are affected by sinusitis, amongst which 33 million are chronic sinusitis patients. Many people suffering from Sinus issues have opted for nasal saline irrigation…

Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne infection in the US, caused by Borreliaburgdorferi. Clinical manifestations of this disease most often involve the skin, joints, nervous system, and the heart. The CDC reports that the majority of people can overcome Lyme disease after receiving a course of antibiotics for several weeks. The most common antibiotic…

Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids, essential for the proper functioning of the body. The omega-3 fatty acid contains EPA and DHA, easily found in seafood, such as fatty fish (e.g., salmon, tuna, and trout) and shellfish (e.g., crab, mussels, and oysters). Another form of omega-3, called ALA, is found in some vegetable oils…