Common cortisone shot questions answered - health enews
WEBDec 6, 2016 · Overall, cortisone injections are very safe. Occasionally, the steroid injection can be known to temporarily increase a patient’s blood sugar. For those patients with diabetes, we recommend 24-hour blood sugar checks after an injection. Too much cortisone may also damage tissue, which is why injections are spaced out every four months.
Common, over-the-counter meds used to incapacitate adults
WEBMay 25, 2021 · Sexual assault advocates are warning over-the-counter medications such as Benadryl are being slipped into drinks by sexual predators in order to incapacitate their victims. The “Benadryl Cocktail” is created when the liquid version of the anti-histamine is added to drinks and given to unsuspecting victims, says Sarah Katula, advanced ...
What is your body telling you when you get the chills?
WEBMar 15, 2016 · According to Dr. Carrington, the most common causes of chills with no fever are: Anemia: a common blood disorder. Anxiety: anxiety disorder is a serious mental illness. Hypoglycemia: low blood sugar. Hypothyroidism: thyroid gland is not active enough. Prescription drugs: chills can be a side effect. “You should consult with your physician if ...
First Aid - Neck Injury (Modified HAINES) - health enews
WEBFirst Aid - Neck Injury (Modified HAINES) close window. This position is termed the igh rm dangered pine or HAINES position. Note that the this position has two significant differences when compared with the standard lateral recovery position: The arm closest to the ground is fully outstretched and lies under the head. Both legs are flexed at ...
The potentially deadly consequences of getting water up your nose
WEBMay 26, 2021 · Amidst the fun, swimmers may get water up their nose, causing a burning sensation and, sometimes, sneezing. But the danger isn’t always over when the discomfort subsides. Deadly organisms may be lurking in your local watering hole. A freshwater-dwelling organism known as Naegleria fowleri, commonly referred to as …
“It is incredibly rewarding to be a part of their journey”
WEBMar 15, 2021 · As a plastic surgeon, Dr. Portschy performs a broad range of procedures. From removing a small mole on a child’s face, to improving someone’s vision with eyelid skin removal, to performing reconstructivesurgery on a breast cancer survivor, she finds it incredibly rewarding to play an important role in her patients’ journeys.
The 4 key health issues Korean Americans face
WEBFeb 27, 2015 · The major health issues included: High cholesterol. High blood pressure. Heart disease related to diabetes. Osteoporosis. The study was conducted by a partnership between the Hanul Family Alliance and Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. The findings are based upon health data collected from annual Korean American health fairs, follow-up ...
Does your body snap, crackle and pop? - health enews
WEBJul 1, 2024 · Muscles around their hip joints are tight, which causes the hip to crack, the AAOS says. Snapping can happen to both hips or just one. Based on a study in the journal “Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy,” the popping sensation often takes place on the outside of the hip; your iliotibial band transfers over your “greater trochanter” when ...
What each stage of cancer means for your health | health enews
WEBAug 21, 2024 · Stage 1, 2 or 3: Cancer is present. The higher the number, the larger the cancer tumor and the more it has spread into nearby tissues. Stage 4: The cancer has spread to distant parts of the body. 2. Why is knowing the stage important? Understanding the specific cancer stage helps inform physicians about the prognosis.
Flight for Life: 30 years and 36,000 patients | health enews
WEBJun 12, 2017 · Flight for Life: 30 years and 36,000 patients. Thirty years ago, on June 1, 1987, Flight For Life-McHenry transported its first patient from Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, Ill. to Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee. That was the beginning of a close partnership in trauma care and paramedic education that continues today.