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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.

Bread – Is It Good For Us?

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We all seem to eat too much bread, so the question is “Is this good for us or should we try and cut down on Bread.”

Here is some information about bread and some suggestions when eating bread.

Raises Your Cholesterol

Eating too much Bread can raise your cholesterol If you eat toast in the morning, a sandwich at lunch, and a roll with dinner, you’re not just loading up on carbohydrates. You’re also eating a lot of salt. Most Americans get too much salt. When it comes to food sources, bread and rolls are the No. 1 source, beating out chips and other junk food. A single slice of bread isn’t high in salt. A slice of wheat bread has about 147mg sodium. Eating bread several times a day adds up. Too much salt can raise blood pressure. It can put you at risk of heart attack or stroke.

Eating Whole Grain

Fiber in whole grains may help reduce cholesterol and lower the risk of heart disease. Nutrients in whole grains help your body form red blood cells and keep your immune system healthy.

Whole Grain Pumpernickel

Your blood sugar levels go up after you eat foods that have carbohydrates. That includes bread. If you’re worried about your blood sugar, whole-grain pumpernickel is your best bet. It keeps you full longer than other breads. And it causes the lowest and gentlest change in blood sugar. That’s important for people with diabetes. In general, look for coarser, denser breads with a lot of grainy bits to avoid a spike in your blood sugar.

Gluten Free Breads

Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. People who cannot tolerate gluten should avoid breads and other foods made with those grains. Many gluten-free breads and mixes are made with white or brown rice flours and starches such as arrowroot, potato, and tapioca. Avoiding wheat can be hard. It’s in most prepared foods and in some vitamins and lip balms.

We at On Call Medical Clinic hope that you enjoyed this information. 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.

Lemons -Are They Good For You?

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Are Lemons good for You? Whether you squeeze the juice into water or onto a tasty fish dish, these tangy citrus treats provide you with the same vitamins and minerals as other citrus fruits. The best part: They do it with less sugar.

Lemon can help with the following as well.

Keeps Wrinkles at Bay
Helps Boost Your Energy Level
Boost Your Antioxidant Level
Helps New Mother’s Babies to Grow
Killing Nasty Bugs -Lemon may kill bugs like Salmonella that may be on your salad
Helps Lower Blood Pressure
Helps Prevent Cancer
Helps Pump Up Your Heart
Boost Your Brian
Keeps Your Gums Healthy
Can Help You Get Rid of that Cold
Improve Your Cholesterol
May Help You Lose Weight
Helps Prevent Kidney Stones

With all these benefits, it is obvious we should add more lemon to our diet. You don’t have to necessarily eat lemons straight, there are several great recipes that call for lemons that can help you add more lemon to your daily diet. Here are some examples.

Honey Lemon Tarts with Salted Cornbread Crust

https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/lemon-honey-tart-with-salted-shortbread-crust

Lemon Marshmallow Pie

` https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/meyer-lemon-cream-with-graham-crackers-and-sea-salt

Lemon Bars

https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/lemon-bars

Lemon-Souffle Pudding Cake

https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/lemon-souffle-pudding-cake

Sansa’s Lemon Cake

https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/sansas-lemon-cakes

These are just a few of the wonderful recipes that are available using lemon.

Our Eyes are Very Important

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Our Eyes are very important to all of us. So, when we have an eye problem we normally are quick to look for an answer. We at On Call Medical Clinic would like to discuss with you some common eye problems and what you should look out for.

Red or Blood Shot Eyes

Tiny blood vessels in your eye may expand or burst when they get irritated or infected. It’s common and often goes away without treatment. An injury, glaucoma, and cuts, scratches, and sores on your cornea could be more serious. Check with your eye doctor if your eye hurts or doesn’t improve in a day or two, or if you have trouble seeing.

Burning or Stinging in your Eyes

It’s often a sign of tired or irritated eyes, possibly from hay fever, dust, or smoke. It may also be a sign of blepharitis, a buildup of bacteria that causes dandruff-like flakes on your eyelids, or dry eye, when your eyes don’t make good-quality tears or enough of them. A more serious issue is an inflamed cornea, also known as keratitis.

Crustiness around your Eyes

When tears and oils dry, they can leave a sticky crust on your lids or lashes. A small amount when you wake up is normal, but you may need to see a doctor if you have more than usual, it’s yellow or greenish, or you have other symptoms, too. Pinkeye is contagious. Blocked tear ducts can lead to the buildup of tears and fluids on your eyes. Blepharitis can cause problems with your oil glands.

Dry or Itchiness

Irritated eyes are often caused by allergies, medications, wearing contact lenses, aging, diseases like arthritis, and eyestrain from computer use. Eye drops may help. Look for ones that moisturize. Don’t use drops for redness. Another way to get relief is to put a cold compress on your eyes. You should never rub an itchy eye. If it won’t go away, see a doctor who can help you treat the cause, not just the symptom.

Puffy Eyes

It’s often easy to figure out what’s causing this — from allergies, pinkeye, or another infection or inflammation to bumps on your eyelids, sores on your cornea, or a black eye. In rare cases, it may be thyroid problems. Often the swelling goes away on its own. If it lasts longer than 24 hours or if you have trouble with your vision, call your doctor right away.

Watery Eyes

Tears are a good thing. They keep your eyes moist, and they help wash out things that don’t belong. When you have watery eyes, that means either your tears are working overtime, or they can’t drain away normally. It may be something that will clear up, or it could be an infection, a cut or scrape, or blocked tear ducts. You should see a doctor if your eyes hurt, you have trouble seeing, or it feels like something’s in your eye.

These are just a few of the common eye problems that we may have happen. Remember to have routine eye examinations at least every 2 years to ensure that you have no eye diseases and that your vision is well enough to complete daily tasks like driving a car.

We at On Call Medical Clinic hope you enjoyed this information. Please remember we are her 7 days a week, when minor accidents or illnesses occur, and your primary physician is not available. Please visit our website at https://www.oncallclinic.com to learn more about all the medical services as well as skin care services we offer.

Skin Care in the Summer is Important

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We at On Call Skin Care would like to share this information with you as it relates to skin care in the Summer. You must always be prepared to face the sun’s strong rays with Top Summer Skin Care Tips.

First keep your skin Hydrated

Up your regimen’s level of hydration with intensive masques, perfect for use one to two times a week. Boosters are a great fit, working best when layered underneath a moisturizer. Toners are a refreshing moisturizer prep, working to even out skin porosity. Tip: Refresh with a revitalizing toner spritz at your desk, in the car, at the gym, or anywhere.

Drink Plenty of Water

You should drink at least eight 8-ounce glass of plain filtered every day. This will help you to maintain a critical moisture balance of the body and skin and assist in detoxification. If you like caffeinated beverages, then you will need to triple the amount of water you drink.

Exfoliate for Cleaner, Smoother Skin

Exfoliation removes dead, dulling skin debris to prevent congestion and improve hydration from toners and moisturizers.

You should perform this in the morning prior to toners, moisturizers, SPF, and make-up.

Sunscreen

Apply sunscreen often, it is not enough to just apply once. As for how much to apply often, a teaspoon for the face and as much as would fill a shot glass are gauges to use.

Repair and Treat Sun Damage

UV light causes photoaging in the form of brown spots, coarse skin and wrinkles. When sunlight comes in contact with your skin a cascade of damages result. You should bombard your skin with age-fighting ingredients to hopefully undo any damages from the sunlight, and to further protect your skin from the aging effects of UV light.

We at On Call Skin Care like you look forward to our Summer here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. We hope that this information on skin care in the summer was helpful to you. We not only can help when you get severe sun burning, but we also have a great skin care facility to help keep your skin looking young. We are here 7 days a week to help.

Please call us at 228 818-5155 if we can help with your sunburn or if you have any summer skin care questions. Also, please visit our website at www.oncallskincare.com to learn about all our medical and skin care services.

Water – How Much Should I Drink?

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There’s no evidence to back that up you should drink at least 8 glasses of water per day. The Institute of Medicine recommends that men get about 125 ounces of water daily and that women get 91 ounces, but that includes water from all foods and beverages. Most people get enough hydration unless they’re exposed to heat stress or they’re very active for a long time.

The average person gets about 20% of their water for the day from food. Here are some examples of it contained in these common foods:

An apple is 84% water. Bananas are 74% water. Broccoli is 91% water. A plain bagel (33% water). Ground beef (56%). American cheese (39%).

It however doesn’t take long to get dehydrated — especially in hot and humid outside. You’ll need to take longer breaks, shorten the workout or intensity level, and dress appropriately.

On average, you should take a rehydration break about every 20 minutes. Most people would stay adequately hydrated by drinking 5 to 10 ounces of fluid every 20 minutes. But your exact need depends on things like how hard you’re working, whether you are indoors or outdoors, and your age, gender, and weight

It’s also helpful to drink two cups of fluids (about 16 ounces) about two hours before a workout.

It is a good idea to avoid Alcoholic beverages often, because they have the most dehydrating effect.

How much fluid you need depends upon several things, including:

Age: Kids need plenty of fluids; they can get dehydrated much more easily than adults. Older people may need more fluids because of health conditions or because they tend to lose their sense of thirst.
Gender: Men need more fluids than women. (And pregnant women need more fluids than other women.)
Weight: Heavier people need more water.
Health: Conditions such as diabetes, cystic fibrosis, and kidney disease can boost your need for fluids.
Environment: You need more fluids in extreme weather conditions and at high altitudes.

We hope this information was helpful. We obtained this information from the webmd website. Remember for all those minor illnesses or injuries, we at On Call Medical Clinic are here 7 days a week to help. Please visit our website at www.oncallclinic.com to learn more about all the medical services we offer as well as skin care treatments.