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Kids are known to be feisty. They never stick to their seats. Instead, they’re always fidgeting or running around, making sure to have plenty of fun. In such instances, accidents and injuries are common occurrences. Whether it’s a fall from learning how to ride a bike or accidentally tripping over their own feet, scraped knees […]

Let’s be honest — almost everyone has sought guilty pleasure from picking at their scab wounds. Whether it was a minor injury on your arm or the result of a skinned knee, it doesn’t matter. Picking on a wound has its own rush, albeit it’s pretty unsanitary. But have you ever noticed the color of […]

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are known to be excruciating and utterly uncomfortable. At times, the pain can get so unbearable that it might feel like your symptoms are never-ending. Thankfully, though, that is not true. A UTI does not last for long. If anything, the bacteria infecting your urinary tract system only lasts for a […]

Whether you are a travel-enthusiast or someone who is currently planning to travel, it is crucial to be aware of the risks of travel-associated infections. Depending on your gender, age and health status and destination, your susceptibility towards developing infectious diseases might vary. While most of the infections are minor, these minor infectious diseases could […]

Getting cuts and bruises are a part of life. You fall down and then get back up again, recovering from the scratches and wounds. But it’s not always that easy. Despite your body being quick to heal, the healing process can sometimes take longer. This can be due to several external factors, mainly the invasion […]

Infectious and contagious diseases are one of the major causative agents behind the most severe health disorders in humans. You have quite likely heard the terms “contagious” and “infectious” diseases used fairly often, especially during the prime COVID-19 pandemic era. Generally, both the terms have been interchangeably used in news coverage and media. Understanding the […]

Infectious diseases are health issues caused by harmful pathogens that gain entry in your body. Whether it’s a minor or a severe infectious disease, everyone is at a risk of contracting infectious diseases. However, our guide presents some of the most effective preventive measures to control the spread of infectious diseases and keep you healthy. […]

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that about 2.8 million people in the United States get sick from healthcare-associated infections every year. Wounds are skin abrasions or punctures in the skin that may be caused by accidents, falls, bites, or surgical incisions. This article will focus on the different types of wounds and […]

An infection growing on your foot is bound to be painful. Since most of a person’s day requires them to use their feet, it can get quite unbearable. Even more so if the bacterial infection targets your toe. That is to say, if your toe looks red, swollen, and extremely tender, then you most likely […]

When someone is infected with MRSA, it can be difficult for them to treat the infection by themselves. It is essential that they are aware of the symptoms; and when they see these symptoms, they should seek help as soon as possible. MRSA infections are often found in the nose, lungs, skin and bloodstream, and […]