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When to go to the ER: 15 symptoms

March 18, 2020

We've gathered 15 symptoms that are definitely ER worthy and how you can tell. This list of symptoms is not complete, but does cover the most...

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Common items that send 12 kids to the ER every...

January 10, 2020

Babyproofing is typically pretty high on every new parents’ to-do list. We lock up our medications, our household cleaners and our fancy steak...

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Chest pain check: heartburn or a heart attack?

October 23, 2019

Though their symptoms can mirror each other, there are ways to differentiate between heartburn and heart attack or symptoms that accompany heart...

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Burns: when to go to the ER

July 4, 2019

It’s fireworks season. Learn how to stay safe when handling fireworks, and how to assess whether you need medical care in the event of a burn...

tags: burn injuries , burn treatment , er for burns , fireworks burns , fireworks safety

Mild Stroke Effects Can Go Unrecognized

May 3, 2019

Whenever a stroke occurs, the brain sustains some damage, even during a mild stroke. You may not be in the clear even if physical symptoms disappear...

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Women and Strokes: Knowing These Symptoms Could...

May 1, 2019

Women are more likely to die from a stroke than men, so knowing the unique symptoms of stroke in women could help save your life or the life ...

tags: emergency-room , er , newsletter , stroke , womens-health

5 Heart Attack Risks You Rarely Hear About

February 14, 2019

Many times your heart’s health is slowly compromised by conditions like diabetes, obesity or chronic stress, which could manifest into a heart...

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When old holiday traditions mean new holiday injuries

December 17, 2018

Can cherished holiday traditions lead to painful holiday injuries? ERs across the country report a seasonal spike throughout the holidays.

tags: emergency room , er , holiday injuries

5 holiday gifts that might land you in the ER

December 3, 2018

Tis the season for... danger? In all the excitement of the holidays, we might not see the hazards in popular holiday gifts. Check your list twice...

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4 ways Thanksgiving can put you in an ER

November 22, 2018

The holiday season has begun, family is on the way, and you’re in charge of the turkey! What could possibly go wrong? Between the travel, the...

tags: emergency room , er , food safety , safety tips , thanksgiving

Fact or fiction: do ER visits increase during ...

October 28, 2018

You’ve heard the story before. But is it true? Do emergency room visits really increase when there’s a full moon?

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When to go to the ER: 15 symptoms

Common items that send 12 kids to the ER every...

Chest pain check: heartburn or a heart attack?

Burns: when to go to the ER

Mild Stroke Effects Can Go Unrecognized

Women and Strokes: Knowing These Symptoms Could...

5 Heart Attack Risks You Rarely Hear About

When old holiday traditions mean new holiday injuries

5 holiday gifts that might land you in the ER

4 ways Thanksgiving can put you in an ER

Fact or fiction: do ER visits increase during ...

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