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INFECTIONS & DISEASES

There are many types of infection!

Infection can happen at any time and affect a variety of organs, some are mild and will clear up within a few days, but there are a few we need to be aware of and be able to diagnose quickly, and to do this we need to understand the signs and symptoms.

Below is information on the most dangerous infections, Meningitis and Sepsis, both conditions for which it is vital to obtain immediate medical assistance by dialing 999 or taking the patient directly to the nearest casualty department without delay.

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WHAT SHOULD I DO ?


ALWAYS DIAL 999 AND OBTAIN IMMEDIATE PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE AND IF NECESSARY ASSISTANCE !


Below are videos on what can cause chest pains and how to help them. 

Infectious Diseases - An Introduction

Credit to:   Let's Learn Public Health

Meningitis and septicaemia
the facts

Credit to:  NHS

What Are The Signs Of Meningitis & Sepsis

Credit to:  Channel Mum / St. John Ambulance

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF SEPSIS

Mottled skin is an indicator of Sepsis

What to Do if you Suspect Meningitis

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WHAT IS SEPSIS ?

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CAUSES OF SEPSIS

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ITS SEPSIS, NOT FLU....
HOW TO TELL.

Credit to:   Lindsay Keith

How to recognize sepsis symptoms

Credit to:  UW Medicine

What YOU Need to Know about Sepsis

Credit to:  MedStar Health

Measles Explained
Vaccinate or Not?

Credit to:   Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell

Influenza (Flu)

Credit to:  Nucleus Medical Media

How to tell the flu from a cold

Credit to:   Global News

10 Signs Your Kidneys Are Crying for Help

Credit to:  BRIGHT SIDE

Difference Between a Viral and Bacterial Infection

Dr Eric Berg DC

What is the difference between a viral and bacterial infection?

Credit to:   Premier Health

What is viral gastroenteritis? | Gastrointestinal system diseases

Credit to:   khanacademymedicine


Sources of Candida Organisms

Credit to:  Mechanisms in Medicine

Recognizing Staph Infections

Credit to:  Lee Health

'What Is Norovirus?'

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ANTIBACTERIAL GELS AND HANDWASH GELS DO NOT KILL THE NOROVIRUS !

Also called the 'Winter Vomitting Bug', it is a stomach bug that causes severe vomitting and diarrhoea, it usually lasts about 2 days.  But it spreads very easily, and can be caught from close contact with someone with it, by touching surfaces or objects that have been handled by someone with the virus then tuching your mouth, or by consuming food that has been prepared or handles by someone with the virus.

GELS DON NOT KILL NOROVIRUS!

Washing hands thoroughly with soap is vital, cleaning of surfaces and objects with a good anti-septic detergent or bleach will also help reduce the chances of spreading.

What is Norovirus Infection?

Credit to:   Healthery

The Ebola Virus Explained

Credit to:   Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell

What is an upper respiratory infection (URI)?

Credit to:   khanacademymedicine 

Pharyngitis - Throat Infection

Credit to:  DrRT.tv

Pneumonia Explained Clearly

Credit to:  MedCram.com

Tuberculosis (TB): Progression of the Disease, Latent and Active Infections.

Credit to:   Alila Medical Media

Urinary Tract Infection Causes

Credit to:  Lee Health

The UTI prevention tips every doctor wants you to know

Credit to:  Cityline

Top 7 Home Remedies for UTIs ( Urinary Tract Infections)

Credit to:   Dr. Vikram Chauhan

THRUSH

Credit to:   NHS

CAUSES OF YEAST INFECTIONS

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Your LADY BITS Wellness Tips! How To Heal Chronic Vaginal Yeast Infections NATURALLY

Credit to:  Natural Health Resources

Thrush | When to Worry | Parents

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Early Symptoms of Parasites in Your Body

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INFECTIONS

Too many people rush to see their GP as soon as something appears wrong believing they need antibiotics to cure it.

Infections such as Earache, Sore Throats, Cough's and the common cold can not be treated with antibiotics and although uncomfortable for us are much better left to cure themselves.

Keeping warm, having plenty of rest and fluids will do far more than any antibiotic, if they come with a headache then take a paracetemol. If your Throat feels sore then try a spoonful of Honey.

Use tissue's only once and dispose of by placing into bin, wash hands everytime you blow your nose to reduce re-infection.

WHEN CAN MY CHILD RETURN TO SCHOOL ?

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LEARNING FIRST AID

Many of us are now taught First-Aid as a requirement for work, and it is law to have a qualified first-aider in any office, factory or workspace that has more than five persons. 

But as parents we should learn first-aid in case something happens to our children at home, on way to and from school or at the park.

Basic and advanced courses are cheap and regularly run by both the St. John Ambulance and the Red Cross.  (see buttons below)

Everyone should learn basic first-aid, it could save a life !

10 First Aid Mistakes Explained by a Professional 

Credit to:  BRIGHT SIDE

WHEN IT IS NOT LIFE THREATENING

The new telephone number for NHS Direct Wales and Shropdoc GP out of hours services.