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First, assess the seriousness of the wound, and then apply light pressure to stop any bleeding
Ice and ice-cold water can damage tissue, restrict blood flow and delay the healing process
First-degree burns can benefit from cool water, moisturizer and nonstick bandages, but worse burns require medical intervention
Clean hands, sanitized tweezers and a soaking tub are key to removing some shards of glass
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Your storm prep checklist should include making an evacuation plan, rounding up supplies and refilling prescriptions
Recognizing subtle symptoms, like cold sweats, stomach discomfort and nausea, could be the key to survival
Poisons are inhaled, ingested or absorbed by your skin, while venoms are delivered by bites and stings
There’s no way to stop it once a heart attack is happening, but the most important thing you can do is to call for help
If the area is bleeding a lot or it’s near your face or genitalia, it may be time to head to the ER
Act quickly to increase the chances that your tooth can be saved
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