The advent of the various 24 hour emergency call plans, sponsored by numerous county medical societies throughout the nation, is one of the major advances of public service projects by organized medicine. The plans overcome criticism that a physician is not available for emergency house calls. ...
Emergencymedical transportationcan refer to any type of transport (plane, helicopter,ambulance) that can get people to a medical center in a hurry. It is distinct fromnon-emergency medical transportation. Non-urgent types may transport people to hospitals, home, or over distances. They are usually...
An emergencymedical technician(EMT) is a person who is able to give some degree of care before an emergency patient is able to be treated at a hospital. The term is used in a range of countries, and in many countries they have roughly the same responsibilities. In the United States, EM...
A more severe allergic reaction, called anaphylaxis, is a life-threatening medical emergency that requires immediate medical attention. Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS), Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN): Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) are rare but serious allergic ...
T = Time: A person who is having a stroke needs to be seen immediately. A stroke is a medical emergency that needs immediate treatment. Some medicines and treatments work best if given within a few hours of a stroke. How is an AVM diagnosed?An...
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What is an emergency fund? Anemergency fundis money in abank accountthat’s set aside for unplanned expenses, such as medical bills, car repairs or home repairs. An emergency fund can also help you weather a loss of income from job loss or extended illness. ...
re on birth control or have recently taken emergency contraception. Some may wonder about Plan B spotting vs. implantation bleeding—both can cause light bleeding, but they happen for different reasons. Plan B spotting is a common side effect of the emergency contraceptive and is unrelated to ...
Get the pneumonia vaccine if recommended. This vaccine is usually recommended every 5 years. Your provider will tell you when to get this vaccine, if needed.Call your local emergency number (911 in the US) if:You have trouble breathing. You have a seizure.When should I seek immediate care...
Call your local emergency number (911 in the US) if:You are breathing very fast, sweating, and feel confused. You have chest pain or trouble breathing that gets worse.When should I seek immediate care?Your heart feels like it skips a beat or flutters. You urinate very little or not at...