First Aid: Treatment, Effect & Risks

First aid refers to the initial measures taken in medical emergencies that are not necessarily life-threatening. What is first aid? Various types of dressings used for first aid. Click to enlarge. Download here to print. Life-sustaining first aid in the event of an accident or illness consists of the application of previously learned techniques that … First Aid: Treatment, Effect & Risks

The Right Skin Care in the Summer

The power of the sun is underestimated by most people. As soon as the first warm rays reach the earth, many rush out lightly dressed for sunbathing. Few are aware of the danger posed by UVA and UVB radiation. Therefore, it is of fundamental importance to find the best possible protection for your own skin … The Right Skin Care in the Summer

Sunburn Causes and Remedies

Symptoms Sunburn manifests itself as an extensive reddening of the skin (erythema), as a 1st degree burn with pain, burning, itching, tightening of the skin and, in severe cases, additionally with skin blisters (transition to a 2nd degree burn). It develops continuously over several hours and reaches a maximum after 12 to 24 hours. The … Sunburn Causes and Remedies

Acute Pain

Symptoms Pain is an unpleasant and subjective sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage or described in terms of such damage. Acute pain may be accompanied by activation of the sympathetic nervous system, resulting in rapid heartbeat, deep breathing, hypertension, sweating, and nausea, among other symptoms. Pain has several components: Sensory/discriminative: … Acute Pain

Deadnettle: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits

Dead nettle is a close relative of the well-known nettle. At the same time, deadnettle not only has less aggressiveness, but at the same time it can be used for various medicinal purposes. Side effects are usually not expected. Occurrence and cultivation of deadnettle The different species of deadnettle also reveal differentiated flower colors. For … Deadnettle: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits

Home Remedies for Burns

Burns can be caused by open fire, but also by scalding, hot gases or vapors, as well as by strong sunlight. In the treatment of burns are important rules to follow even when using home remedies. What helps against burns? A cloth soaked with aloe vera placed on the affected areas, supports the healing process. … Home Remedies for Burns