Herniated Disc Injury: First Aid Awareness and Workplace Safety in Canada A herniated disc is a spinal injury that occurs when one or more of the discs between the vertebrae rupture or bulge outward. This most often affects the lower back (lumbar spine) because it supports much of the body’s weight and absorbs stress from […]
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Persistent Cough: First Aid Awareness, Workplace Safety, and When to Seek Help in Canada A persistent cough is a common symptom with many possible causes. While coughing helps clear the airways, a cough that won’t go away can disrupt sleep, strain chest muscles, cause fatigue, and interfere with daily activities at home, school, or
Coughing Up Blood (Hemoptysis): First Aid Awareness and Emergency Response in Canada Coughing up blood—medically known as hemoptysis—can be frightening to witness and alarming for the person experiencing it. Blood may appear mixed with mucus or phlegm and often looks frothy or bubbly, which usually indicates it is coming from the airways or lungs rather
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Rib Stress Fracture: First Aid Awareness for Athletes and Physically Demanding Work in Canada A rib stress fracture is an overuse injury that develops when repetitive, low-impact stress gradually weakens the bone faster than it can repair itself. Unlike a sudden traumatic fracture, a stress fracture forms over time due to repeated strain, making it
Atelectasis: First Aid Awareness, Breathing Risks, and Workplace Safety in Canada Atelectasis occurs when part of a lung—or an entire lung—collapses. When this happens, fresh air cannot reach the tiny air sacs (alveoli) where oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged. As a result, less oxygen reaches the blood, which can affect vital organs and
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Bronchiectasis: First Aid Awareness, Breathing Risks, and Workplace Safety in Canada Bronchiectasis is a chronic lung condition in which the large airways (bronchi) become permanently widened and damaged. This damage allows mucus to collect in the airways, creating an environment where bacteria can grow. As a result, people with bronchiectasis often experience recurrent lung infections
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Big Toe Arthritis: First Aid Awareness, Mobility Risks, and Workplace Safety in Canada Big toe arthritis—often called arthritis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint—is a progressive condition that can significantly affect walking, balance, and weight-bearing. It develops when the smooth cartilage in the joint wears down and bone spurs form, leading to stiffness, pain, and reduced
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Big Toe Pain: First Aid Awareness, Mobility Risks, and Workplace Safety in Canada Big toe pain can make even simple movements uncomfortable. The first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint connects the big toe to the forefoot and plays a major role in balance, walking, and weight transfer. Although small, this joint absorbs significant force with every step.
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Keyboard Use: First Aid and Workplace Safety Awareness in Canada Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is often blamed on keyboard use, especially in office-based jobs. While many people with CTS associate their symptoms with typing, research has not clearly proven that keyboard use causes carpal tunnel syndrome. What is clear is
Lisfranc Injury: First Aid Awareness, Mobility Risks, and Workplace Safety in Canada A Lisfranc injury affects the ligaments and bones that connect the midfoot to the forefoot. These injuries can involve a dislocation, a fracture, or both, and are often more serious than they first appear. Because the midfoot plays a critical role in weight-bearing,
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