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INFECTIONS & DISEASES
Infection can happen at any time and affect a variety of organs, some are mild and will clear up within a few days, but there are a few we need to be aware of and be able to diagnose quickly, and to do this we need to understand the signs and symptoms.
Below is information on the most dangerous infections, Meningitis and Sepsis, both conditions for which it is vital to obtain immediate medical assistance by dialing 999 or taking the patient directly to the nearest casualty department without delay.
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Below are videos on what can cause chest pains and how to help them.
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Mottled skin is an indicator of Sepsis
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Also called the 'Winter Vomitting Bug', it is a stomach bug that causes severe vomitting and diarrhoea, it usually lasts about 2 days. But it spreads very easily, and can be caught from close contact with someone with it, by touching surfaces or objects that have been handled by someone with the virus then tuching your mouth, or by consuming food that has been prepared or handles by someone with the virus.
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Washing hands thoroughly with soap is vital, cleaning of surfaces and objects with a good anti-septic detergent or bleach will also help reduce the chances of spreading.
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Too many people rush to see their GP as soon as something appears wrong believing they need antibiotics to cure it.
Infections such as Earache, Sore Throats, Cough's and the common cold can not be treated with antibiotics and although uncomfortable for us are much better left to cure themselves.
Keeping warm, having plenty of rest and fluids will do far more than any antibiotic, if they come with a headache then take a paracetemol. If your Throat feels sore then try a spoonful of Honey.
Use tissue's only once and dispose of by placing into bin, wash hands everytime you blow your nose to reduce re-infection.
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Many of us are now taught First-Aid as a requirement for work, and it is law to have a qualified first-aider in any office, factory or workspace that has more than five persons.
But as parents we should learn first-aid in case something happens to our children at home, on way to and from school or at the park.
Basic and advanced courses are cheap and regularly run by both the St. John Ambulance and the Red Cross. (see buttons below)
Everyone should learn basic first-aid, it could save a life !
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