Anthrax or Bacillus anthracis is a naturally occurring gram-positive encapsulated bacterial rod that lives in the soil in its spore state and is found practically throughout the world. The bacterium produces spores upon exposure to air and is ineffective only in its spore form. Contact with anthrax infected animal products such as raw meat (from
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Smallpox as a biologic weapon Smallpox (variola) is classified as a DNA virus. This virus has an incubation period of approximately 12 days. It is highly contagious and is transmitted through direct contact with infected individuals through their clothing or linens, or by droplets from person to person but only after the febrile episode has
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A lot of people think that “heartburn” and “GERD” are the same, but these two conditions are different, both in treatment and severity. Read further and learn the differences between heartburn and GERD. What is heartburn? Heartburn is characterized by a mild to severe chest pain that is felt after eating a meal. It is
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It can be a real shock seeing someone suddenly fall in front of you. But taking first aid training can prepare you on how to handle such emergencies. It equips you not just with skills but with confidence. About Unconsciousness Unconsciousness occurs when an individual suddenly becomes unresponsive to stimuli and appears to be asleep.
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As the summer quickly draws to a close, more and more people are heading outdoors one last time. And as people spend more time in the outdoors, the risk of insect bites is also increasing. Health experts warn about the potential dangers of insect bites, especially from mosquitoes and ticks. Although the bite itself is
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