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FIRST AID: THE LIFE SAVING SKILL EVERY ONE SHOULD KNOW

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INTRODUCTION : Emergencies and accidents are an inevitable part of life. Whether it's a minor cut, a sudden illness or a serious accident, time between the incident and professional medical help can be critical. First aid is the initial assistance or treatment given to some one who is injured or suddenly taken ill before professional medical services can be accessed. This preliminary help can mean the difference between life and death, rapid or prolonged recovery and temporary or permanent disability. In this essay, we will explore the definition, importance, principles, basic procedures, common scenarios and the global need for wide spread first aid knowledge.   WHAT IS FIRST AID? : Definition and Scope: First aid refers to the immediate care provided to an injured or ill person until full medical treatment becomes available. This care may range from cleaning a wound and applying a bandage to performing cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or managing choking. It aims to preserve ...

FIRST AID: THE LIFE SAVING SKILL EVERY ONE SHOULD KNOW

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INTRODUCTION : Emergencies and accidents are an inevitable part of life. Whether it's a minor cut, a sudden illness or a serious accident, time between the incident and professional medical help can be critical. First aid is the initial assistance or treatment given to some one who is injured or suddenly taken ill before professional medical services can be accessed. This preliminary help can mean the difference between life and death, rapid or prolonged recovery and temporary or permanent disability. In this essay, we will explore the definition, importance, principles, basic procedures, common scenarios and the global need for wide spread first aid knowledge.   WHAT IS FIRST AID? : Definition and Scope: First aid refers to the immediate care provided to an injured or ill person until full medical treatment becomes available. This care may range from cleaning a wound and applying a bandage to performing cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or managing choking. It aims to preserve ...

EXERCISE IS MEDICINE - THE NATURAL PRESCRIPTION FOR A HEALTHIER LIFE

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INTRODUCTION : In the 21st century, the concept of health has shifted from the mere absence of disease to a holistic state of physical, mental and social well being. Amid growing concerns about sedentary life styles, chronic diseases and escalating health care costs, a simple yet powerful solution has re-emerged -  exercise . Often overlooked and under estimated, physical activity is increasingly recognized as one of the most effective tools in preventing and managing a wide array of medical conditions. The phrase "Exercise is Medicine" encapsulates this idea, promoting the notion that regular physical activity should be prescribed and administered like a powerful medicine. This essay explores the scientific, medical, psychological and social foundations of this concept, examining why exercise truly deserves its place in modern medicine. MEDICAL SCIENCE BEHIND EXERCISE : Physiological Benefits:  Exercise triggers a cascade of beneficial physiological responses. Cardio-vascula...