Hot Topics
Hot Topics.Here we focus on the more common and some specific to the Lake City area health topics.
Altitude, aka Mountain Sickness
When traveling from lower to higher altitudes (usually above 8,000 feet) some people, regardless of age or conditioning, may be affected by altitude sickness. This can be uncomfortable in it's least effect and possibly life threatening at it's greatest impact on the body.
For more information on its effects on the body and treatments please go to the following web site: Mountain Sickness
Stroke
Knowing the signs of stroke can save your or a loved one’s life or prevent/limit a disability. Every minute counts!
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F - Face Does one side of the face droop? Ask the person to smile
A - Arms Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
S - Speech Is speech slurred? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. Is the sentence repeated correctly?
T - Time If the person show any of these symptoms. CALL 911 or get to a hospital immediately!
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
There have been several news articles about deaths and near deaths from carbon monoxide poisoning. CO is an odorless, colorless gas that has very lethal effects. CO Detectors are relatively inexpensive. It will probably be one of your best investments. For more information on click on the following:
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Influenza update
For the latest on Colorado or National flu information please go to the following web sites
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