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Floods can be a destructive force, and early warnings about the stages of a flood should be heeded.River image by D'D?'?D¡ãD?D?D1 from Fotolia.comThe National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) oversees the National Weather Service, which issues weather warnings for all kinds...

Commentary on a study on whether wound protectors reduce the risk for surgical-site infection after surgery, published July 2012 in Annals of Surgery.

This case report describes an unusual presentation of splenic rupture in a patient with blunt abdominal trauma.

Because you never know when or where an emergency will occur, a first-aid kit is a good preparation method that ensures that you and your loved ones will be protected. While you can purchase a pre-packed first-aid kit, packing your own items may prove more comprehensive in cases of emergency. Pack t

If you properly administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) immediately to a victim of cardiac arrest, you will double his chances of survival, according to the American Heart Association. Yet, without training it is nearly impossible to accomplish the task. Fortunately, you have options to help

Many types of treatments and therapies exist to battle cancer---including laser surgery or therapy. Laser therapy is typically considered when the patient is dealing with a growth on the skin or the outer lining of an internal organ. Once a cancer has become malignant, however, laser surgery becomes

It may sound dramatic, but a smoke alarm really can mean the difference between life and death. If a fire starts in your home, the extra time a smoke alarm gives you to escape and call the fire department can also limit the amount of damage done to your property. If you're a landlord, it's your resp

Two specialized fields of medicine are optometry and pediatrics. Optometrists are doctors of optometry who specialize in vision care, and pediatricians are medical doctors who are experts in the health care of children. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job outlook for optometris

Gain a better understanding of the etiology behind PCS and the symptoms associated with this condition.

Commentary on a study on the use of polymyxin hemoperfusion to reduce mortality associated with surgical sepsis, published June 2009 in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

For many second-degree burns,home treatment is all that is needed for healing and to prevent other problems. Rinse the burn Rinse burned skin with cool water until the pain stops. Usually rinsing will stop the pain in 15 to 30 minutes. The cool water lowers the skin temperature and stops the burn fr

Propane, a liquefied petroleum product, is used in over 14 million homes across the United States, according to the National Propane Gas Association. It fuels a wide range of home appliances, including cook-tops and ovens to furnaces and water heaters and is a popular source of energy due to its low

WebMD explains emergency steps to take when you cannot urinate.

If you were bitten by a snake or lizard that you know or suspect is poisonous, callor other emergency services immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to develop.

As provider shortages plague ICUs nationwide, can hospitalists fill the gap?

Laparoscopic roux-en-Y gastric bypass may be associated with adverse events.

During a natural or manmade hazard, emergency managers and the general public need both one- and two-way forms of communication, but the hazards' conditions can cause loss of electrical power and telecommunications and block travel, further endangering the public. With common methods of communicatio

One of the most popular features of Medscape Surgery, "Ask the Experts" continues to be expanded in depth and breadth.

What complications are associated with subatmospheric pressure wound therapy for infected wounds?