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(They may last longer than you think)Azithromycin is a type of macrolide antibiotic. It works by decreasing the production of protein and stopping bacterial growth. Other macrolide antibiotics include clarithromycin and erythromycin. Because of the anti-inflammatory...
Amoxicillin-Clavulanate (also known under the brand name Augmentin) is a beta-lactam combination antibiotic. Amoxicillin is a penicillin antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Clavulanate potassium is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that helps prevent certain...
If you have been diagnosed with insulin dependent diabetes you most likely have had extensive education on administration, use and storage of your insulin. However, in a grid down or emergency/supply chain disruption or while traveling, how you normally handle and...
Medical and other forms of preparedness include teaching the youngest in your family or group Teaching kids how to manage medical emergencies is crucial. It empowers them to take appropriate actions and potentially save lives. Even young children can be taught basic...
China prepares for its annual war exercises outside of Taiwan with an unprecedented number of war planes, sparking fears of an escalating conflict. In an interview with MSNBC Taiwan Foreign Minister Joseph Wu was asked if China could accidentally spark a conflict...
Whether planning an extended vacation or a last-minute weekend getaway, emergencies can happen anytime and anywhere. A portable, grab and go kit that carries not just basic first aid supplies but things you may need to prevent or manage minor illnesses can keep you...
Extreme weather events are happening across the entire US. And this is only the beginning of summer. Brutal Heatwave Makes Texas Among the Hottest Places on Earth Indiana Tornado Kills One as Severe Weather causes Damage and Power Outages Across Multiple States Severe...
Prepare now so you aren’t sorry laterJune 1st marks the beginning of hurricane season, and predictions are that it will be a “near normal” season. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from...
A few weeks ago, I went on a weekend trip to an upscale mountain resort town not too far from home. Since hiking was on our itinerary, we headed to the local grocery store for some snacks to take on our hike. Arriving at the grocery store, what I saw shocked me.Bare...
