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Research links thunderstorms to increased asthma attacks, with data showing a significant rise in ER visits during storm days, highlighting the need for asthma patients to take extra precautions during stormy weather.
The article offers tips on how to avoid unnecessary trips to the emergency room by being honest with doctors and providing complete information, as many ER visits are for various health issues that could potentially be managed differently if properly addressed beforehand.
Doctors in the US are seeing a rise in tick bites and related ER visits, driven by environmental changes and increased awareness, highlighting the importance of prevention and quick removal to reduce disease risk, especially Lyme disease.
Massachusetts officials warn of a surge in ER visits due to tick bites, including a resurgence of the lone star tick, driven by environmental changes. The increase raises concerns about tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease and allergic reactions, prompting health recommendations for prevention and expanded screening efforts. Experts emphasize that awareness and early action are key to managing the growing threat.
Emergency room visits for tick bites across the US are at near-record levels this summer, especially affecting children and the elderly, with climate change possibly contributing to the rise. The CDC warns about the risks of tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and recommends precautions such as avoiding high grass areas, using insect repellent, and treating clothing with permethrin. No region is immune to tick activity.
Since New York legalized recreational cannabis, ER visits related to cannabis use have doubled, with over 135,000 cases in 2023, including symptoms like vomiting and rapid heartbeat, especially in Central NY which leads the state in hospital visits.
The Council for Responsible Nutrition has asked the melatonin industry to voluntarily improve safety standards for their products, following a significant increase in childhood ER visits due to accidental ingestions of melatonin. The guidelines include adding child-deterrent packaging, enhancing cautionary language on labels, and warning about potential choking hazards for gummies. This action comes after reports of dangerous levels of melatonin and CBD in some products, as well as a rise in unsupervised ingestions by children. The industry has 18 to 24 months to implement these changes.
Despite the belief held by some medical staff, multiple large studies have shown no correlation between full moons and increased ER visits. An individual's concern about an EKG result indicating a possible heart attack was addressed by a cardiologist, who explained that the abnormal finding was likely a false positive, given the patient's overall good health. The doctor suggested rechecking the EKG during the next visit to confirm the absence of any serious condition.
An interactive map by DailyMail.com reveals the most accident-prone states in the US based on Google search data for accident-related terms. Arizona topped the list with the highest average monthly searches per 100,000 people, followed by Colorado, Hawaii, North Carolina, and Washington. Coastal states were more likely to have accidents, possibly due to denser populations and higher urbanization rates. Unintentional falls were the leading cause of non-fatal emergency room visits, followed by unintentional poisonings and being unintentionally struck by humans, animals, or objects.
COVID-19 hospitalizations in the US have increased for the fourth consecutive week, with 10,320 new patients hospitalized for the week ending August 5, a 14.3% increase from the previous week. The Southeast region, including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee, has reported the highest rate of COVID-19 admissions and cases among nursing home residents. Emergency room visits for COVID-19 have been highest among seniors aged 75 and older and children aged 0 to 11 years old, with the latter seeing a steep increase. The rise in ER visits from children is concerning, and the cause is currently unclear. The EG.5 variant, although not driving a significant increase in severe disease, is becoming more prevalent and may outcompete other variants. Health officials are preparing to roll out new vaccines and booster shots in September to target XBB-related strains, which may also provide increased protection against EG.5.
Hospitals are seeing a spike in ER visits related to Ozempic, a diabetes drug that has gained popularity for its effectiveness in weight loss. Experts warn that patients need to understand the risks and use the drug under a doctor's guidance. Common side effects include nausea, stomach pain, constipation, diarrhea, and vomiting, while more serious side effects include pancreatitis, kidney failure, and gallstones. Health and fitness experts suggest that a lifestyle shift is needed to address the underlying issue of obesity and diabetes.