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Summer Heat Related Illnesses

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Summer Heat -We all love to get out and work in the yard, start a building project outdoors, or just relax in the sun during the summer months. We however forget to always prepare ourselves for the sun’s rays and heat. Hyperthermia, (heat-related illness) is common when we overdue it. We at On Call Medical Clinic want to make you aware of what the illnesses can be from becoming overheated as well as the symptoms to be on the lookout for.

Hyperthermia is overheating of the body. This occurs as a result of heat exposure. Here are heat-related illnesses.

  • Heat Stroke
  • Heat Exhaustion
  • Heat Cramp
  • Heat Syncope (fainting)
  • Heat Rash

Heat Stroke is the most severe of all heat-related illnesses and this requires immediate medical attention.

The elderly, infants and young children, the obese, outdoor workers, and those with chronic medical conditions are at increased risk.

Signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses vary based on the condition, but they include the following

  • An elevated body temperature
  • Headaches
  • Nausea
  • Weakness
  • Dizziness
  • Fainting
  • Muscle Cramps
  • Seizures
  • Confusion
  • Coma

Treatment includes moving the individual out of a hot environment. Implementing cooling measures, rest, and rehydration.

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, there were 7,415 deaths due to heat-related illnesses in the USA from 1999 to 2010, which is an average of 618 deaths per year. So, become overheated is not something to take lightly.

The key to preventing heat-related illnesses is proper planning and preparation. Taking in increased amounts of fluids, wearing appropriate clothing and sunscreens are always helpful.

If you have any of the above heat-related symptoms, we at On Call Medical Clinic are here 7 days a week to help.  Please call us at 228 818-5155, one of our medical staff is ready to answer your call and set up an appointment. You are also welcome to visit our website at www.oncallclinic.com  to review all the medical services we offer.

Laser Hair Removal Biloxi Ms

 

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Summer Time is not over yet. You need to be sure that unwanted hair is gone so that you continue to look great at the pool or at the beach. If you’re not happy with shaving, tweezing, or waxing to remove unwanted hair. Laser Hair Removal may be an option worth considering.

Laser hair removal is one of the most commonly done cosmetic procedures in the U.S. It beams highly concentrated light into hair follicles. Pigment in the follicles absorb the light. That destroys the hair.

Benefits of Laser Hair Removal 

Lasers are useful for removing unwanted hair from the face, leg, arm, underarm, bikini line, and other areas.

Benefits include:

Precision. Lasers can selectively target dark, coarse hairs while leaving the surrounding skin undamaged.

Speed. Each pulse of the laser takes a fraction of a second and can treat many hairs at the same time. The laser can treat an area approximately the size of a quarter every second. Small areas such as the upper lip can be treated in less than a minute, and large areas, such as the back or legs, may take up to an hour.

Predictability. Most patients have permanent hair loss after an average of three to seven sessions.

How to Prepare for Laser Hair Removal

It is more than just ”zapping” unwanted hair. It is a medical procedure that requires training to perform and carries potential risks. Before getting laser hair removal, you should thoroughly check the credentials of the doctor or technician performing the procedure.

If you are planning on undergoing this process, you should limit plucking, waxing, and electrolysis for six weeks before treatment. That’s because the laser targets the hairs’ roots, which are temporarily removed by waxing or plucking.

You should also avoid sun exposure for six weeks before and after treatment. Sun exposure makes laser hair removal less effective and makes complications after treatment more likely.

What to Expect During Laser Hair Removal

Just before the procedure, your hair that will be undergoing treatment will be trimmed to a few millimeters above the skin surface. The laser equipment will be adjusted according to the color, thickness, and location of your hair being treated as well as your skin color.

We at On Call Medical Clinic offer state of the art Laser Hair Removal. We are glad to have shared the above information from the webMD.com website.

Please give us a call at 228 818-5155 to set up an appointment to discuss the many skin care services we offer. Also, please visit our website at www.oncallskincare.com to review all the skin care services we offer.

Hurricane Season is Not Over

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Hurricane Season is not over? In fact, August through October lately have been the worst months for hurricanes. This means that now is a good time to start preparing for this last stretch of months with potential hazardous storm systems coming your way. What precautions should you take for Hurricane Season?

Stock up on emergency supplies for Hurricane Season

Do not wait for the hurricane warning to be blaring across your television before you rush to the store for emergency supplies. Often useful items like generators, bottled water, and batteries fly off the shelf before a big storm. Beat the rush and have these products at home already so you can focus on fortifying your house instead of running to the crowded store. Good things to have on hand are flash lights, batteries, camp lights, water, and nonperishable food. A first aid kit is a must. A battery-powered radio would be another smart purchase since when power is lost, emergency information is broadcasted over the radio.

Fill up the pantry with non-perishables for Hurricane Season

It is important to make sure you can still eat without needing to use an oven. A portable butane burner or a grill could be used to boil water. Dried fruit and vegetables are also good buys to make sure you are having an appropriate nutrition intake. Canned food is also a cost-effective way to stay full when you can’t cook. Emergency food has made great advances in the recent years. Check out these freeze-dried entrees: just add hot water, and in just a few minutes they become tasty home cooked meals. Most of these freeze-dried foods can last up to 25 years!

Prepare your house for Hurricane Season

Head to the store and grab enough plywood and nails for all your windows if your home doesn’t have storm shutters. When the strong hurricane winds come, they will help protect your home from some costly damage. Also, fill your bathtubs with water in the event of water being cut off.

Know the Hurricane Season plan. 

Become familiar with all evacuation routes if you are seaside. Also, evaluate your flood risk using this FEMA portal. If your area is calling for an evacuation, be smart. Do not risk staying in town hoping to ride out a storm if the local authorities are announcing a state of emergency. It is better to go through the inconvenience in traffic than to be trapped at home amid flood waters.

If you have any minor illnesses or accidents that you need immediate care for whether before or after the storm, please remember we at On Call Medical Clinic are here 7 days a week to help. Please call us at 228 818-5115, one of our medical experts is ready to take your call.  Also we offer some excellent skin care services. You may visit our website at www.oncallclinic.com to review all the services we offer. covered today.

Summer SunBurns Be Careful

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Summer is in full swing, so enjoy the great outdoors and the beach but be careful not to sunburn. Sunburn can be mild, moderate, or severe as well as affect the quality of your skin.

The length of time a sunburn lasts depends on its severity.

  • Mild sunburns usually come with redness and some pain, which can last anywhere from three to five days. Your skin may also peel a bit towards the last couple of days as your skin regenerates.
  • Moderate sunburns
  • are typically more painful. The skin will be red, swollen, and hot to the touch. Moderate sunburns typically take about a week to heal completely. The skin may then continue to peel for a few more days.
  • Severe sunburns sometimes require a visit to a doctor or even a hospital. You’ll have painful blistering and very red skin. It can take up to two weeks to fully recover. If you don’t end up in the hospital, you’ll likely have to stay home and rest to recover from a severe burn.

Here are some factors that may affect the duration of your sunburn, these factors make people more susceptible to severe sunburns that generally take longer to heal.

  • If you have fair or light skin
  • Freckles or red or fair colored hair
  • Going outside when the rays are most intense between 10 am and 3 pm
  • Being in the sun in high attitudes
  • Visiting or living near the Equator
  • A tanning bed can affect the duration of the sunburn and the severity
  • Taking certain drugs that make you more susceptible to burns.

In most cases the pain from a sunburn will starts within 6 hours of the burn and peak around 24 hours. The pain normally subsides after 48 hours. If you have a severe sunburn swelling may persist for up to 2 days or longer depending on the severity. If you have blistering from a moderate to severe burn it will usually show up between 6 to 24 hours after UV exposure, however in some cases it could take up to a couple of days to show up. Peeling normally starts after 3 days and can last for several days. Peeling, in general, will stop once the skin is fully healed.

We at On Call Medical Clinic hope you and your families are having a wonderful Summer, Be safe and take the needed precautions to avoid sunburn. Experts will tell you that applying sunscreen just once is not enough. You should reapply every one and a half hour to two hours. Be sure and use broad spectrum sunscreen for UVA and UVB protection. If you need help with your sunburn or any other minor injuries or sickness, please remember we are here 7 days a week. Please visit our website at www.oncallclinic.com to learn about our the medical and skin services we offer.

 

OverEating – What Can Help

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Overeating -We all tend to overeat at times.

Here are some suggestions that may help when overeating occurs.

  • Take a Walk -An easy stroll will help stimulate your digestion and even out your blood sugar levels. Or go for a leisurely bike ride instead. But don’t overdo it. A real workout could send the blood to your legs instead of your stomach, which could slow digestion.
  • Drink Water- Just sip on a cup of water (about 8 ounces) after a big meal. It can help your body get rid of excess salt you likely got from your meal. It can also keep you from getting constipated. Continue to drink water over the rest of the day to keep yourself hydrated.
  • Avoid Lying Down– First, you lose the chance to burn off some of those calories you just ate by, say, doing the dishes or going for a walk. Also, when you lie down with a full stomach, food can work its way back up. This can slow digestion and worsen acid reflux (GERD).
  • Avoid Carbonated Drinks – If you’ve already overdone it, carbonated drinks may not be a great idea. When you drink them, you swallow gas that can fill up your digestive system. This will make you feel even more bloated. You burp some of it away, and the rest moves through your digestive system until you pass it as gas.
  • Try Working Out– After some time has gone by, work up a real sweat: Run, lift weights, play basketball. It’s best to wait at least 3 to 4 hours after a big meal. It will burn off some of those extra calories. It may also help jump-start your metabolism and prevent constipation. And regular exercise seems to help control mood and hunger so you’re less likely to overeat in the future.
  • Eat Slowly– It can take around 20 minutes for your stomach to tell your brain it’s full. If you’ve already eaten too much in the first 10 minutes, you haven’t given your brain the chance to figure it out. Half an hour later, you’re sure to feel uncomfortable from too much food. Slow down and you may find that not only do you eat fewer calories, but you also feel more satisfied.

We at On Call Medical Clinic hope that you enjoyed this information about overeating. We gathered this information from the WebMD website. Please remember that we are here when those minor accidents or illnesses occur. We are available 7 days a week when you need us. Our staff of trained professionals can help diagnose your situation and help you to obtain a quick recovery. We have a state-of-the-art laboratory facility in our office that helps us quickly determine what your illness may be. Please visit our website at https://www.oncallclinic.com to learn more about all the medical services we offer as well as our skin care procedures we offer.