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American College of
Emergency Physicians (ACEP) ACEP publishes a monthly
series of newspaper columns on health and
safety topics, Link to: The
ACEP Web Site Emergency The Emergency Department: What To Expect Medical emergencies are unpredictable-people do not expect to have one. You can ease the anxiety of a visit to an emergency department by learning some basic facts.Seconds Save Lives in Medical Emergencies Do you know what to do in an emergency? The few minutes after an injury occurs or at the onset of a medical crisis are frequently the most important. What To Do In A Medical Emergency Are you prepared for an emergency? Knowing what constitutes an emergency, where to get help and what to do while you' arewaiting for help can save a life.What To Do When An Infant Is Choking Few sounds are more alarming than that of a child who is choking. Understanding how to prevent choking, as well as what to do when choking occurs, can save a life.
Avoiding Household Burns More than two million Americans suffer burn injuries each year, and about 70,000 of them require admission to the hospital. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to protect your family and avoid a trip to the emergency department. Avoiding the Bad Taste of Food Poisoning Even the healthiest foods can become unhealthy if improperly handled, cooked or stored. In the United States approximately 10,000 people die each year from food poisoning, and many more become ill and require medical attention. Beware Of Heat Stroke Hazards! While spending time in the sun may be one of life's great pleasures, over-exposure can be a life-threatening emergency. Fortunately, learning more about heat stroke may help you or someone you know avoid becoming a victim. Breathe Easy During Allergy Season Is it rising temperatures, blooming flowers and the smell of freshly mowed grass that signal summer or your hay fever, congestion and itchy eyes? If you're one of the 35 million Americans who suffer from allergies, you know the warmer weather is a warning that allergy season is here.Catch The Facts, Not The Flu Flu, a highly contagious respiratory tract infection, can sweep through communities in epidemics. Some people can develop serious, life-threatening complications, such as pneumonia. Ear Infections: How You Can Avoid an Emergency With school about to begin again, parents and children will soon battle the second most reported illness after the common cold: otitis media, more frequently known as an ear infection. While an ear infection can occur at any time, it is most frequent in environments where children gather and spread germs, such as schools and day care centers.How To Protect Your Child From Poison A child is accidentally poisoned every 30 seconds, and more than half of these poisonings occur at home to children under age 5. Here are some tips from the American College of Emergency Physicians to help prevent accidental poisoning.Hypothermia: What You Should Know Two of the most dangerous conditions that can result from cold weather are hypothermia and frostbite. Here is what you should know to protect yourself this winter. Knowing the Signs of Stroke Can Prevent Dire Results When stroke symptoms occur, it is an emergency. Knowing the symptoms can mean the difference between life and death.More and More Americans Suffer From Asthma Attacks Asthma is the third most common chronic childhood disease, affecting more than one in 20 children. It's estimated 4.8 million children suffer from it. Allergies are the most common trigger of asthma, showing up in 90 percent of all childhood asthma cases. Protect Your Family from Carbon Monoxide Fumes Carbon monoxide (chemical designation "CO") is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas that can cause permanent brain, nerve or heart damage and can be fatal at high concentrations. Small Steps to Help Relieve Headaches Most of us are familiar with the throbbing, aching feeling otherwise known as a headache. Did you know that 90 percent of Americans have at least one headache yearly that causes them to miss work or social activities. Sore Throats: When Are They Dangerous? Sore throats are very common and lead to a large number of emergency department visits each year. While most are serious, people need to be aware of possible complications. Stay Cool and Beat the Heat Safely When the weather heats up, staying cool can become a serious challenge. Learn how to protect yourself from heat illness and what to do if it strikes. The Low Down On Back Pain Acute low back problems are experienced by almost everyone at some point in their lives. However, there is some encouraging news for those who suffer back pain and ways you can help prevent back problems from becoming an emergency.
Explosive Advice: How to Prevent Injuries Half of fireworks-related injuries occur during the month of July. Those at the highest risk of injury are children between the ages of ten and 14, and the highest injury estimates were for firecrackers, rockets, and sparklers. Keep Your Safety in Mind During the Holiday Season Surprisingly, some of the most common risks during the holidays are fires and falls. Here are some holiday safety tips that may help make this holiday safer for you and your family. Safety Tips For Trick-Or-Treaters Before your little ghouls and goblins take off for trick-or-treating, be sure to safeguard them against some Halloween hazards.
Animal Bites: What You Should Know Animal bites can be frightening, and in some cases, are an emergency. The most common animal bites in the United States are from household pets, with dogs and cats causing the most bites. Avoiding Accidents In Your Home Home safety is no accident. Accidental injuries also are the number 1 killer of children in the United States. Disarming Facts about Firearm Injuries Many young men and women are surprised to learn that firearms kill more people between the ages of 15 and 24 than all natural causes combined. Don't Let Sports Sprains and Strains Sideline You Many sports fans aren't content to cheer for their favorite sports teams in front of the television set. Inspired by their heroes, they want to run faster and jump higher too. En "Lightening" News The thunderstorm season runs from May to September. The American College of Emergency Physicians wants you to be able to separate lightning myths from facts Help the Elderly Cope with Falls As people grow older, they become more fragile and are susceptible to falls. Fortunately, ACEP recently released a new guideline for managing elderly patients who experience falls. Outdoor Safety Tips About 1,600 persons drowned in a recent year while swimming, boating , or playing in the water. As many as half of all drownings occur in the months of June, July, August. Summer Safety - Helpful Tips Summer is a great time for children to play outside. The American College of Emergency Physicians has some important summer safety tips to help you stay healthy while you're having fun. Target Safety on Your Next Hunting Trip Poor visibility, misdirected shots and careless gun handling can turn a day of hunting into a day of disaster. Responsible hunters should promote hunter education and obey game and firearm laws.
Air Bag Equipped Automobiles Can Be Safe For Children Air bags work well and save lives. However, passenger-side air bags have been associated with injuries to children who are unrestrained or improperly restrained in the front seat. Children And Fevers: What Parents Should Know The more a parent knows about a child's special health needs, the more effective he or she will be when responding to an illness or emergency. How to Childproof Your Home Injury is the number one killer of children. Luckily, it is also the most preventable. This childproofing checklist will help you provide a safe environment for your family. Shaking a Child Can Be Fatal Even the most responsible parents may not realize that shaking a small child can be dangerous, even fatal. Shaken infant syndrome can be devastating.
Domestic Violence: How To Help The Victims What you know about domestic violence may help you and the victims of the crime. Our communities need to work together to stop domestic violence. Finding Time for Family: The Warning Signs of Drug Abuse How can you tell whether your child is using illegal drugs? One in four twelfth graders and one in eight eighth graders have reported using an illegal drug in the past month. Road Rage: Life In The Aggressive Lane Every year, more than 1,500 people are killed or injured on America's highways as a result of "aggressive driving," violent outbursts commonly known as "road rage." Violence in the Health Care Setting: What You Should Know Emergency departments have long been safe havens for the sick and injured. But, like other institutions, emergency departments, particularly those in large urban settings, have become victims of the epidemic of violence. |
