Monthly Archives: June 2011
Protecting Your Property from Wildfires
Dalton Sawyer wrote this … Since January 1st, more than 30,000 wildfires have burned nearly 4 million acres. This is well above the 10 year average of 33,210 fires and 1,489,038 acres burned. As the summer heat continues to dry … Continue reading
Filed under From the hospital, From the School, Uncategorized
Be prepared for summer heat
Dalton Sawyer wrote this … Summertime in North Carolina means beach trips, days at the lake, and lots of outdoor activities. Unfortunately, summertime also means heat waves and an increased potential for heat-related emergencies. Editor’s note: For additional tips about … Continue reading
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Pulmonary embolism: The leading cause of hospital death in the U.S.
Beth Waldron wrote this … Blood clots pose a well-known risk for hospitalized patients. News that Dr. Jack Kevorkian suffered a blood clot in his lungs, known as a pulmonary embolism, while hospitalized illustrates a fatal complication which can arise. … Continue reading
Filed under From the media
