Cystic Fibrosis
What is Cystic Fibrosis? Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disease that alters the cells producing mucus, sweat, and digestive fluid – these all become thick and sticky instead of slippery and thin. These secretions then clog pathways in the body, particularly in the lungs and pancreas. In the lungs, the airways become clogged and […]
Psychological Trauma
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Is the Scene Safe?
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Communication and EMS: Autism Spectrum Disorder
People going into Emergency Medical Services are motivated by wanting to help others. We often focus on learning what to do and how to do it properly. Knowing the correct intervention does not help when you cannot communicate effectively with your patient. Understanding your patients’ perspectives will enhance your ability to provide treatment in a […]
Are You Losing Your Hearing?
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Multiple Sclerosis
The signs of being intoxicated are typically pretty obvious – flushed cheeks, dizziness, disorientation, slurred speech, memory problems. While it usually requires actually drinking alcohol to reach this state, a rare disease actually creates these symptoms, making someone very drunk without consuming any alcohol at all. This is Auto-Brewery Syndrome (ABS). For those who suffer […]
Music and Studying: Does It Help?
Many people listen to music, especially with headphones on to create their own private little world. But is it a good idea to study while listening to music? The answer: it depends. There has been a lot of interest in this topic and quite a bit of relevant research. It depends on several factors: type […]
Sunburns
Most of us have experienced a sunburn. You spent the day out in the sunny weather, and maybe completely forgot about sunscreen, or forgot to reapply it. Then you’re left with a gift from the sun: red, painful, and perhaps blistered skin. A sunburn isn’t just a one-off problem though. Risk for melanoma (skin cancer) […]
DID (Dissociative Identity Disorder)
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Osteogenesis Imperfecta
What is Osteogenesis Imperfecta? Osteogenesis Imperfecta, or OI, is a genetic disorder that causes problems in the body’s ability to make strong bones. OI is also known as Brittle Bone Disease, which describes the hallmark trait of the disease – bones that break incredibly easily. What causes OI? Collagen is a protein that provides the […]
