First Aid Slideshows
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Things to Know About Rubbing Alcohol
Rubbing alcohol works well to clean things and to kill bacteria. But did you know that you can also use it to get rid of stains and to feel better after surgery? Learn some uncommon ways to use rubbing alcohol and some you should avoid.
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Slideshow: Poisonous Products in Your Home: How to Stay Safe
Do you know which products in your house are poisonous? Here are a few common hazards you likely have in your home.
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Slideshow: First Aid Dos and Don’ts
Are you making these first aid mistakes for common injuries? Find out if you are and what to do instead.
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Slideshow: What to Know About Swallowed Objects
Thousands of children swallow all kinds of objects every year. Find out what to do if it happens and how to know if they need medical help.
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Slideshow: What Can Heat Do to Your Body?
Too much heat can make you tired, sick, and woozy. WebMD guides you through these and other things heat can do to your body and what to do about it.
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Slideshow: How Does My Wound Heal, and How Do I Treat It?
Find out the stages of healing for minor cuts and wounds, and learn from this WebMD slideshow how to treat them.
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Slideshow: Snakebite Symptoms and Treatment
Find out which snakes are most dangerous and what you should do if you’re bitten by one. This WebMD slideshow tells you what you need to know.
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Slideshow: Broken Bones and How They Heal
Within hours of breaking a bone, your body’s already started to repair itself. WebMD shows you how bones heal and what you can expect during recovery.
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Slideshow: Anatomy of a Bruise
We all get them once in a while -- find out more about why they change colors, why some people bruise more easily, and what you can do about them.
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Slideshow: When Should You Call 911?
It’s not always easy to tell the difference between a minor bump on the head and a serious head injury. WedMD illustrates certain situations that need medical help right away.
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Slideshow: 8 Essential on-the-Go First Aid Kit Items
See which first aid items to pack in your purse or car. WebMD shows you the basics to treat minor scrapes, cuts, and stings when you're on the go.
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Slideshow: Wound Care Dos and Don'ts
Test your first aid knowledge about how to care for scrapes, cuts, and burns. WebMD clears up myths about cleaning and covering injuries.
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Slideshow: Caring for Wounds
Ouch! Got a scrape or cut? WebMD shows you quick home-care first aid tips to help you heal.
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Slideshow: Bandaging Injuries From Head to Toe
Learn the best way to cover or wrap a scrape, cut, sprain, blister, or burn. WebMD shows you which first aid bandages will stay put for hard-to-cover injuries.