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Understanding Heat Stroke: Symptoms and Essential Solutions

Doctor On Demand

Rest : Allow the body to recuperate by resting and avoiding strenuous physical activity until symptoms subside. The doctor is in See a doctor or board certified clinician in under 5 minutes at Doctor On Demand. Loose Clothing : Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing to facilitate better air circulation and heat dissipation.

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What is primary care? Part 2

Noreta Family Medicine

Some family doctors choose to do a fellowship and are trained more specifically to do more advanced surgical procedures, deliver babies (including C-sections), work on public policy and advocacy, work in an emergency room, and the list goes on. I have kept up my board certification since then. You can tell me anything!

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When to Go to Urgent Care for a Sore Throat: How Can Urgent Care Help?

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When to go to the ER for a sore throat Go to the emergency room (ER) if your sore throat causes any difficulty swallowing or breathing. Then, they’ll perform a physical examination. Difficulty breathing If throat swelling narrows your airway, you may hear a harsh, grating noise when breathing (stridor).

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