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Hypothermia: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Hypothermia is characterized by a sudden decrease in body temperature, usually caused by prolonged exposure to cold weather or environments. Learn more about how to recognize the symptoms of hypothermia, what causes it, and how treatment is carried out.

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Ear Wax Removal: How to Remove, Ear Candling & Cotton Swabs

Earwax removal can be done at home to help relieve the sensation of clogged ears, especially if it reduces your hearing. Learn about options like ear candling or applying oil to help remove earwax and see why you shouldn't use cotton swabs.

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Sitz Baths: What It's Used For, How to Prepare & Types

Sitz baths are a home treatment that are recommended to relieve symptoms of yeast infections, UTIs, hemorrhoids and genital herpes. They can help to reduce burning, itching and discharge, for example. Learn about how to prepare a sitz bath and the different types available.

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Flu Shot: When to Take, Types & Side Effects

A flu shot is recommended to prevent a flu virus infection and to reduce the risk for flu complications, like pneumonia or respiratory failure. It can be given to adults, or children aged 6 months and over. Learn more about the types of flu shots available and the side effects associated with use.

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How to Increase Blood Oxygen Level (Immediately & Long-Term)

To increase blood oxygen levels, you can try sitting upright, coughing and taking deep, slow breaths. Low blood oxygen (or oxygen saturation levels) can occur with respiratory conditions like asthma or pneumonia, however sudden drops can be a sign of heart failure. Learn about how to increase oxygen levels.

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8 Home Remedies for Intestinal Infections (& How to Prepare)

Home remedies for an intestinal infection are a great, natural way to manage symptoms, like diarrhea and nausea, and promote a speed recovery. Some remedies include peppermint tea, ginger root water and garlic tea. Read more about home remedies for intestinal infections and how to prepare them.

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Fish Bone Stuck in Throat: 10 Tips on What to Do

A fish bone stuck in the throat can feel uncomfortable and can cause a sensation of a lump in the throat. Some very simple and practical ways to remove a fish bone stuck in your throat including drinking olive oil or eating a banana or marshmellow. Learn more about what to do for a fish bone stuck in your throat.

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Allergy Cough: 5 Home Remedies with Medicinal Plants

An allergy cough can be treated with home remedies like nettle, sundew, and plantain tea. These remedies contain properties that naturally reduce inflammation, irritation and coughing fits that are triggered by allergic substances. Learn more about the remedies for an allergy cough that you can prepare at home.

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7 Dry Cough Remedies (to Relieve Coughing Naturally)

Dry cough remedies, like ginger and lemon tea or mint tea, are generally prepared with medicinal plants that contain soothing, anti-allergenic and anti-inflammatory properties. They can help to reduce throat irritation and coughing fits with little to no side effects. Check out some dry cough remedies you can prepare .

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10 Home Remedies for Coughs (Dry, Productive, Allergies & More)

Home remedies for coughs will naturally contain properties that help to open the airways, thin-out phlegm and reduce throat irritation. some examples include garlic tea, lemon tea and guaco and carrot juice. Check-out our home remedies for a cough that you can prepare at home with natural ingredients.

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Lavender Tea: 6 Health Benefits, How to Make & Side Effects

Lavender tea is commonly used to reduce anxiety, improve sleep quality, relieve period cramps and combat headaches. Lavender tea can also be recommended to improve digestion. Learn about all the health benefits of lavender tea, how to make it, and the side effects associated with use.

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How to Get Rid of a Rash: 9 Natural Home Remedies

To get rid of a rash, you can use home remedies with natural anti-inflammatory and antiallergenic action, like epsom salt baths or peppermint essential oil. These methods help to relieve symptoms like itching, redness or swelling. Check out ways to get rid of a rash and manage mild skin irritations at home.

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Broken Nose: Symptoms, What to Do, Surgery & Complications

A broken nose occurs when there is a break in the bones or cartilage in the nose due to direct impact to the area. It can cause pain, swelling and bruising, and may require surgical repair depending on the severity of the fracture. Learn more about the signs and symptoms of a broken nose and what to do to treat it.

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Blood Transfusion: When It's Indicated, How It's Performed & Risks

A blood transfusion is a medical procedure in which blood is administered intravenously to treat a health condition like anemia, extensive burns, or surgeries involving significant blood loss. Learn more about when it's indicated, how blood is transfused, and the possible risks and complications involved.

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Black Fly Bites: Symptoms, Treatment & Are They Dangerous?

A black fly bite can cause mild symptoms, such as swelling, redness and itching at the site. Although it is not considered to be serious, the bite can become infected, cause serious allergic reactions or transmit infectious diseases. Learn more about the symptoms of a black fly bite and how to treat it.

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Created by: Manuel Reis Registered Nurse
Postgraduate degree in Medicinal Plant Therapy, and Nursing degree obtained through the Porto Nursing School. Licensed to practice with the Ordem dos Enfermeiros (PT) under license #79026.
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