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Safety is the first pillar of a good life for emergency professionals, rescuers and Fire Fighters. We are operating in a complex and hard environment. Risk prevention and improving working conditions are fundamental for better health and life.
How to irrigate the eye and perform eyelid tipping
Eyelid inversion: eye irrigation is used to remove particles and harmful chemicals from the conjunctiva and cornea
Chronic inflammatory bowel disease: symptoms and treatment for Crohn's disease and ulcerative…
Chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) refers to immune-mediated disorders with a chronic and recurrent course
Resuscitation, 5 interesting facts about the AED: what you need to know about the automatic external…
It is found that there are some concerns and uncertainties on the use of AED. This article aims to address some valuable facts about this life-saving device
The Difference Between a Sprain and a Strain: comparing Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Many patients with musculoskeletal injuries get confused about the difference between a strain and sprain. Your physical therapist can show you the difference between what a sprain and a strain is and how to properly treat each of these…
Calcaneal fractures: what they are, how to intervene
Fractures of the calcaneus (heel bone) often result from great force. The diagnosis is made by X-ray and, if necessary, CT scan. Treatment requires orthopaedic advice and includes plaster casts and sometimes surgery
Sleepwalking: what it is, what symptoms it has and how to treat it
Sleepwalking is a disorder that causes you to get up and walk while you’re asleep. Your doctor might call it somnambulism
Neurological rehabilitation: what it is and what its objectives are
Neurological rehabilitation is intended for people who have suffered a stroke, spinal cord injury or severe head trauma and for patients suffering from neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's or multiple sclerosis
Decompression sickness: what it is and what it causes
Decompression sickness occurs when a rapid reduction in pressure (e.g. rapid surfacing, exiting a caisson or hyperbaric chamber, or ascending to high altitude) causes gases previously dissolved in blood or tissue to form bubbles within…
4 Safety Tips to Prevent Electrocution in the Workplace
If you witness a case of electrocution while it’s happening, would you know what to do? Electrocution is a serious workplace hazard that belonged to the ‘Fatal Four’
Heimlich Maneuver: Find out what it is and how to do it
Heimlich Maneuver is lifesaving, first aid method used for choking emergencies. It is only safe to perform on people who can’t breathe on their own