In most cases, healthcare providers will prescribe antibiotics to fight the infection. Untreated, infected wounds can become serious. They may develop into cellulitis or an abscess. Rarely can they ...

A vending machine that dispenses free harm reduction products, announced Jan. 3, offers supplies like Narcan and drug-testing ...

Dog bites commonly transmit bacteria and have a high risk of infection. Any bite that breaks the skin should be evaluated by a healthcare provider. This article discusses dog bite treatment. It ...

It can take several weeks to bounce back after a bout of COVID-19, but some people develop more persistent problems. The ...

Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD Blisters are temporary, fluid-filled pockets on the outer layer of skin. They are ...

Go to a local bar and ask a surfer about their injuries and you might swear you’re talking to a war veteran.These are my ...

Rapper OG Maco has died at the age of 32, his family announced Friday on Instagram, reportedly two weeks after suffering a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

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Lori Graves writes, "This year, let’s make a resolution together to celebrate the artists, dreamers, and doers ..." ...