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If you got a pill stuck in your throat, it could be a terrifying moment, but it is a rare medical emergency. If someone you know has swallowed a pill, it obstructs the airway, and the person cannot breathe. You can also try the five-and-five method or the Heimlich maneuver. Before you do either of…

When you wake up in the morning, there’s a possibility that movement is not your priority. However, if you start your day with a walk, whether around your neighborhood or part of your commute to school or work, you can get several health benefits. Here are 10 reasons you may want to start your day…

Vertigo is one of those conditions where you feel you are spinning even while standing still. You may also feel like your surroundings are moving, even though they’re not. While vertigo can quickly become frustrating and get in the way of your day-to-day activities, some exercises can help in providing relief. Before we review these…

Lately, there’s been a buzz going around about the cancer research sector over the blood emergence tests that detect cancer has reached a crescendo. The new blood test can now detect more than 50 types of cancer, along with its place of origin in the body. It can detect even before the symptoms develop. Historically,…

As there is no medicine to treat COVID-19 yet, the best way to reduce its risk is to follow preventative measures. Hand-washing is the best preventive measure along with wearing a mask, disinfecting highly-touch surfaces, and maintaining a social distance, etc. The CDC has recommended everyone to wash their hands for at least 20 seconds…

Over the past couple of weeks, we’ve been hearing stories of people recovering from COVID-19. Some of them such as Chris Cuomo, JK Rowling, and others, are claiming that lung exercises helped them ease their discomfort of COVID-19 and kept their symptoms from progressing. There is no evidence that breathing exercises help with COVID-19, but…

Currently, there is no medicine to prevent coronavirus infection, the best way to prevent illness is to avoid interactions with others. The COVID-19 virus can spread from person-to-person in the following ways: By close contact with another person as the symptoms may take 7-14 days to show up, it’s better to avoid close contact with…

Over 1,000 deaths have been reported in the US due to coronavirus and the figures are rising every day. As of 27th March 20, approx. 92,206 people across every state, plus Washington, D.C., and three U.S. territories, have tested positive for the virus, and at least 1,371 patients have died. If you don’t know anything…

Experiencing a runny nose and watery eyes or might be feeling like your head is locked in an ever-tighter vice? We know these symptoms can make you feel like you’re under the attack of COVID-19, but this might not be case here. You don’t have to worry because all of these symptoms can be the…

Flu germs can spread from one person to another, even before you know it. You can avoid this by practicing a few simple rules at home. Practice these steps to keep everyone in your home safe and protected from the flu: 1. Get vaccinated Vaccination is the most important step you need to take to…