Grease fires happen when oil, grease, or fat on a stovetop, oven, or deep-fat fryer gets hot enough to ignite. These fires burn very hot and can spread if not handled properly. The instructions for how to put out a grease fire must be followed in this exact order: This article helps you understand the causes of grease fires, how to put them out, and how to prevent them from starting....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCheck for Signs InfectionWhat You Will NeedSteps to Remove a SplinterTips Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Check for Signs Infection What You Will Need Steps to Remove a Splinter Tips A splinter is a tinyimpaled objectthat can be removed at home without ever seeing a doctor. However, you shouldn’t ignore them. Splinters can becomeinfectedif left under the skin for too long....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow It WorksEnding Metoprolol UseWhen to Take MetoprololWhen to Avoid MetoprololSide EffectsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How It Works Ending Metoprolol Use When to Take Metoprolol When to Avoid Metoprolol Side Effects Frequently Asked Questions Specifically, it is used alone or with other medicines to improve blood flow and decreasehypertension (high blood pressure). It also treats chronic (long-term)angina (chest pain)and heart stress following aheart attack....

Key TakeawaysTo minimize risk, immunocompromised individuals and anyone who is traveling with them should be fully vaccinated before going on a trip.The destination, mode of transportation, and activities should all be considered beforehand.Plan ahead in case anyone in the travel party gets COVID-19 during the trip. Key Takeaways To minimize risk, immunocompromised individuals and anyone who is traveling with them should be fully vaccinated before going on a trip.The destination, mode of transportation, and activities should all be considered beforehand....

Diarrhea is an acute condition that leads to frequent loose orwatery stools. People with diarrhea are less able to absorb nutrients or water in the intestines. If diarrhea persists, it can cause severe dehydration and require emergency medical intervention. In most cases, diarrhea will resolve on its own with minimaltreatment. It may be that your body was reacting to an infection or something you ate and simply flushed the toxin from your system....

Key TakeawaysThe FDA and CDC are advising patients to stop using EzriCare Artificial Tears, an over-the-counter brand of eye drops. The manufacturer, Global Pharma Healthcare, has issued a nationwide recall of the product.The drops might be contaminated and could be a source of an outbreak of drug-resistant infections that may lead to vision loss.If you’ve been using the eye drops, throw them away and call your eye care provider if you have any signs of infection or vision changes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsApplicationTopical Steroids StrengthsHow Occlusion WorksIntermittent Dosing Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Application Topical Steroids Strengths How Occlusion Works Intermittent Dosing Thoughtopical steroidsare generally a safe and effective treatment option, it’s important to understand how to use them safely to avoid unwanted, sometimes significantside effects. This article provides guidelines to help you get the most out of using a topical steroid while minimizing the risk of side effects....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhen Do You Need a Cane?Walking With a CaneNavigating StairsChoosing the Right CaneHow to Find the Right Cane HeightMistakes to Avoid Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents When Do You Need a Cane? Walking With a Cane Navigating Stairs Choosing the Right Cane How to Find the Right Cane Height Mistakes to Avoid Learning how to walk with a cane can take a little getting used to....

Thetrapezius (traps) muscleis a triangle-shaped upper back muscle that starts at the base of your neck, spans the length of your upper shoulders and extends down into your middle back. This muscle’s main function is to stabilize and move yourscapula(shoulder blade). The trapezius also helps you move your head, neck, arms, shoulders, and torso, stabilizes your spine, and plays an important role inposture. Physical and mental stress can make your trapezius muscle tight, leading to pain in your neck and shoulders....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are Boundaries?How to Set ThemHealthy vs. UnhealthyRelationshipsExercises Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are Boundaries? How to Set Them Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships Exercises Boundaries protect a person’s personal or mental space, like fences that give neighbors privacy and help them feel safe. Boundaries are the physical and emotional limits of appropriate behavior between people. They help define where one person ends and another begins....

Key TakeawaysYou can show your paper COVID-19 vaccination card or use the official apps to enter indoor venues like restaurants, bars, and movie theaters in New York City.The New York State Excelsior Pass only works for those who have been vaccinated in the state. Out-of-state visitors will have to opt for the city’s NYC COVID Safe app.For international visitors, all WHO-authorized vaccines are acceptable, according to the NYC mayor’s press office....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesNatural TreatmentsSurgery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Natural Treatments Surgery Ways to shrinkbunionsnaturally or prevent them from worsening include wearing supportive footwear, taking pain medications or using pain-relieving topical creams, doing bunion stretches and exercises, and using ice packs, warm soaks, and gentle massage. You may be able to manage bunions at home using certainbunion treatmentsand devices. However, these remedies usually provide only temporarily relief....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNatural RemediesMedicationsProceduresHormonal Changes Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Natural Remedies Medications Procedures Hormonal Changes Fibroids may shrink naturally during menopause, or when hormones downregulate, and sometimes, this resolves symptoms. To shrink fibroids or get rid of them completely, prescription medication and medical procedures are the most effective options. However, lifestyle changes, over-the-counter medications, and supplements can help ease symptoms. Some complementary and alternative treatments may limit fibroid growth and decrease the risk of developing new fibroids....