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Diabetic Neuropathy: Symptoms, Foot Safety, and First Aid Awareness in Canada

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Diabetic Neuropathy: Symptoms, Foot Safety, and First Aid Awareness in Canada   Diabetic neuropathy is a type of nerve damage that can develop over time in people living with diabetes. It most commonly affects the feet and lower legs, causing numbness, tingling, or burning sensations. Because diabetes impacts blood sugar levels, prolonged elevation can damage […]

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Rabies

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Rabies: Symptoms, Animal Bite Risks, and First Aid Awareness in Canada Rabies is a serious viral infection that is transmitted to humans through contact with the saliva of an infected animal, most commonly through a bite or scratch. In Canada, rabies is most often associated with wild animals, including bats, raccoons, skunks, and foxes. Rabies

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Hypothyroidism: Symptoms, Health Awareness, and Safety Considerations in Canada

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Hypothyroidism: Symptoms, Health Awareness, and Safety Considerations in Canada   Hypothyroidism, also known as an underactive thyroid, occurs when the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroxine, a hormone that helps regulate the body’s energy use, metabolism, and many essential functions. The thyroid gland is located in the neck, and when hormone levels are low,

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Atrial Fibrillation (AFib): Symptoms and First Aid Awareness in Canada

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Atrial Fibrillation (AFib): Symptoms and First Aid Awareness in Canada   Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a type of irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia) where the heart beats in a rapid or uneven pattern. It occurs when the normal electrical signals that control the heartbeat become disrupted. In Canada, atrial fibrillation is more common with advancing age,

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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Symptoms and First Aid Awareness in Canada

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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Symptoms and First Aid Awareness in Canada   Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) occurs when nerves and/or blood vessels are compressed in the space between the neck and shoulder, leading to symptoms that may affect the neck, shoulder, arm, and hand. This area—known as the thoracic outlet—contains important nerves and blood vessels that

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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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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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