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A medical emergency- CPR

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  CPR-  C ardiopulmonary resuscitation                          C PR – or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation – is an emergency lifesaving procedure performed when the heart stops beating. Immediate CPR can double or triple chances of survival after cardiac arrest. If someone is not breathing, giving CPR can ensure that oxygen-rich blood reaches the brain. This is important, as without oxygen, someone can sustain permanent brain damage or die in under 8 minutes. If you're afraid to do  CPR  or unsure how to perform  CPR  correctly, know that it's always better to try than to do nothing at all. The difference between doing something and doing nothing could be someone's life! A person might need CPR if they stop breathing in any of the following circumstances: a cardiac arrest or heart attack choking a road traffic accident near-drowning suffocation poisoning a drug or alcohol overdose smoke inhalation electrocution suspected sudden infant death syndrome   STEPS TO PERFORM A CPR: U
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NOSE BLEED

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 EPISTAXIS (Nose Bleed)                        “Epistaxis” is the medical term for a nosebleed. A nose bleed, meaning a loss of blood from the tissue that lines the inside of your nose , can occur in one or both nostrils. Usually, it only affects one nostril. Although these annoying and scary looking nosebleeds aren't dangerous. Frequent nosebleeds are those that occur more than once a week. TYPES OF NOSE BLEEDS:  There are majorly two types of nose bleeds:  1. Anterior nosebleed: This type of nose bleed starts at the front of the nose, towards the lower part of septum. The capillaries and blood vessels present here are fragile and ruptures easily. It's the most common type especially seen in children.  2. Posterior nosebleed:   Occurs deep inside the nose where large blood vessels are affected and blood flows at the back of the throat. Heavy blood loss is seen. It's a medical emergency. COMMON CAUSES:  Dry air — when your nasal membranes dry out, they're more suscepti
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Is scrolling to infinity making you ill?

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  CYBER SICKNESS: Do you ever feel like the light of your computer screen is burrowing into your eyes and making your head pulse? Or feel dizzy or nauseous after looking at your phone?                  While you might think these sensations are just eye strain or fatigue from looking at your screen for too long, they’re actually symptoms of a condition called  " cybersickness ".  What is Cybersickness?                      Cybersickness, also known as virtual reality (VR) sickness or motion sickness in virtual environments, is a phenomenon that occurs when there is a mismatch between the visual and vestibular (inner ear) sensory information. There isn’t total agreement among researchers about why people experience cybersickness. One prevailing idea, sensory conflict theory, hypothesizes that it’s from a mismatch of information perceived by the parts of the body that regulate vision and balance. Your eyes receive information that tells them you’re moving even though your body
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LIVING IN LIES!

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  Busting 10 common myths about health and wellness:               There are numerous myths and misconceptions related to health that have persisted over time. It's important to be aware of these misconceptions to make informed decisions about healthcare. Here are some common myths: Myth 1 : You can "sweat out" toxins: Fact: Sweating is a natural body process to regulate temperature, and it does not eliminate toxins from the body. The liver and kidneys are the primary organs responsible for detoxification. Myth 2 : Eating before bed leads to weight gain: Fact: Weight gain is determined by overall caloric intake and expenditure. Eating at night doesn't inherently lead to weight gain; it's more about the total calories consumed throughout the day. Myth 3 : The more vitamins, the better: Fact: Excessive intake of vitamins and minerals can have adverse effects. It's important to meet daily requirements but not exceed them without medical advice. Myth 4 : Cracking
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