Puncture Wounds
Puncture wounds, though often small and seemingly innocuous, can harbor serious risks and complications. While we may tend to overlook them in comparison to more dramatic injuries like deep lacerations …
Bacterial Infection
Recognizing and Treating Cellulitis in the Emergency Room
Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection that requires immediate attention and can present itself in a variety of ways. Patients of all ages may arrive in the emergency room with …
COVID Pneumonia
Pneumonia resulting from COVID-19 is a serious health concern. The scientific community has focused on the clinical and radiological characteristics of COVID pneumonia which is life-threatening. Be prepared to identify …
How to Tell if My Wound Is Infected
Nearly everyone has experienced getting a cut or wound at some point in their lives. It’s an injury in which either an external or internal tissue, mostly the skin that …
Is My Rash A Concern?
Nobody wants a rash. They’re unsightly and can be irritating, but they can also be a sign of something deeper and scarier going on. Determining the cause of your rash …
Strep: Group A and Group B Infection
Children often come down with sore throats commonly caused by colds, viruses and, environmental factors such as smoke, dust in the air, and plant allergens. The concern is when a …
Respiratory Infections
When is a Respiratory Infection an Emergency? As the world devotes rapt attention with COVID-19, it is important to know what a respiratory infection is and when it is an …
Prenatal Infection Prevention
Ways to Prevent Disease and Infection Before and During Pregnancy International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month happens each February and is a worldwide observance to promote awareness of infections transmitted from …
Bronchitis
Most people who develop bronchitis recover at home. However, there are times where this condition requires a trip to the emergency room. Bronchitis is an inflammatory condition of the bronchial …
Cellulitis
Cellulitis is a fairly common but potentially serious bacterial skin infection. Your skin begins to appear red and swollen and is accompanied by pain. Your skin also tends to feel …
Tetanus Vaccinations and Flood Cleanup
Many health concerns have been raised following the devastating floods that hurricane Harvey brought to Texas. Civilians and first responders have been wading through debris ridden flood waters which increase …