First Aid & Injuries

Learn what to do for common problems like bug bites or nosebleeds, including situations when you need to see a doctor.

• Ankle Sprains
• Bug Bites and Stings
• Casts
• Comminuted Fractures
• Concussions
• Cuts, Scratches, and Scrapes
• Dealing With Sports Injuries
• Dehydration
• First Aid: Broken Bones
• Greenstick Fractures
• Head Lice
• How Broken Bones Heal
• I Got Blisters From a Sunburn. What Should I Do?
• Knee Injuries
• Nosebleeds
• Overuse Injuries
• Poison Ivy
• Serious Allergic Reactions (Anaphylaxis)
• Splinters
• Splints
• Testicular Injuries
• What to Do in an Emergency

Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.

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