Group A Streptococcal Infections: First Aid Awareness for Canadians

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Group A Streptococcal Infections: First Aid Awareness for Canadians   Group A streptococcal infections are caused by bacteria that can lead to a range of illnesses. The most well-known is strep throat, which commonly affects school-aged children and teenagers across Canada. These bacteria can also cause skin infections, including cellulitis and impetigo. Group A strep […]

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Leptospirosis: Awareness, Symptoms, and Prevention in Canada

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Leptospirosis: Awareness, Symptoms, and Prevention in Canada   Leptospirosis is an infectious disease caused by Leptospira bacteria. These bacteria commonly infect both wild and domestic animals, including rodents, livestock, and pets. The bacteria are shed through animal urine and can survive in soil or freshwater for weeks or even months under the right conditions. In

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Asthma Management in Children: Awareness for Parents and Caregivers

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Asthma Management in Children: Awareness for Parents and Caregivers   The primary goal in managing asthma is to control symptoms while allowing children to live active, healthy lives. With proper management, most children with asthma can participate fully in school, sports, and everyday activities. Ideally, asthma should be well controlled so that a child: Experiences

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Shin Pain in Athletes: Causes, Symptoms, and First Aid Awareness

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Shin Pain in Athletes: Causes, Symptoms, and First Aid Awareness   Shin pain is a frequent complaint among athletes involved in running, jumping, or other high-impact activities. In Canada, it is commonly seen in recreational runners, youth sports, and seasonal training increases during spring and summer. Shin pain can be caused by several conditions, including:

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SLAP Tear of the Shoulder: Causes, Symptoms, and First Aid Awareness

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SLAP Tear of the Shoulder: Causes, Symptoms, and First Aid Awareness   A SLAP tear is a specific type of shoulder injury involving damage to the labrum, a ring of strong cartilage that surrounds the shoulder socket and helps stabilize the joint. SLAP stands for Superior Labrum, Anterior to Posterior, describing a tear in the

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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV): Awareness for Parents and Caregivers

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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV): Awareness for Parents and Caregivers   Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a highly contagious viral infection that causes symptoms similar to the common cold. In Canada, RSV is especially common during fall and winter months. Most children will have had at least one RSV infection by the age of two. While

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Navicular (Scaphoid) Fracture of the Wrist: Injury Awareness and First Aid

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Navicular (Scaphoid) Fracture of the Wrist: Injury Awareness and First Aid   A navicular fracture, more commonly known as a scaphoid fracture, involves a break in one of the small carpal bones on the thumb side of the wrist. Among the wrist bones, the navicular bone is the most frequently fractured. Proper treatment is essential

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Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD): What First Aiders Should Know

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Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD): What First Aiders Should Know   An implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) is a battery-powered medical device designed to correct dangerous heart rhythms and help prevent sudden cardiac death. The device is implanted in the chest and connected to the heart through one or more insulated wires (leads) placed through a vein. An ICD

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Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease: Symptoms, Causes, and First Aid Care

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Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease: Symptoms, Causes, and First Aid Care   Hand-foot-and-mouth disease (HFMD) is a common viral illness that causes painful sores in or around the mouth and a rash or blisters on the hands, feet, legs, and sometimes the buttocks. The condition mainly affects infants and young children, but adults can also become infected. HFMD

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