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Food allergy is an abnormal response to a food triggered by your body’s immune system. Allergic reactions to food can sometimes cause serious illness or death. Tree nuts and peanuts are the leading causes of deadly allergic reactions called anaphylaxis. In adults, the foods that most often trigger allergic reactions …

Flu (Also called: Grippe, Influenza) The flu is a respiratory infection caused by a number of viruses. The viruses pass through the air and enter your body through your nose or mouth. Between 5% and 20% of people in the U.S. get the flu each year. The flu can be …

General Consider a medical alert or a buddy system. Keep a fire extinguisher and smoke detector on every floor. Use extreme caution when smoking. Never smoke when alone or in bed. Always get up slowly after sitting or lying down. Take your time, and make sure you have your balance. …

A 911 emergency is a situation in which someone needs immediate help because he or she is injured or in immediate danger. So if you’ve had a car accident and someone is hurt, obviously you’ll call 911. But if your car just broke down and you need a tow truck, …

Every year, many lives are lost because of the spread of infections in hospitals. Health care workers can take steps to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. These steps are part of infection control. Proper hand washing is the most effective way to prevent the spread of infections in hospitals. …