With so much information swirling around on social media and the general internet during this time, I couldn’t help but to dig a little deeper into some medical facts to find out what’s factual and what’s not.
So, in this post, I am only sharing a few things that were (again), found on the internet, but may hold true. But, before you read on it’s important that you always conduct your own research.
Keep in mind that this post is intended for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Never ignore professional medical advice in seeking treatment because of something you have read on this site, or the internet in general. If you think you may have a medical emergency, immediately call your doctor or dial 911.
With all of this being said, one thing that you should realize though is that having a few medical facts stored in your brain can actually go quite a long way. There were so many things that I learned after my dad had his stroke, that I wish I had known prior to. The few facts that I learned afterwards could have been positively, life changing.
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Unfortunately, thanks to social media and the not so great press, there will always be some information out there that’s not quite right, especially now with COVID-19 pandemic. So, it’s very important that as people, we get in the habit of being proactive and conducting our own research and knowing where to go for factual information.
Interesting Fact
Did you know that currently during this pandemic, if you are caught disseminating incorrect information regarding COVID-19, there will be consequences as doing so is a violation of law? Yes, so it is important to fact check any information that you are putting out for others to read.
Therefore, it is important that I tell readers to refer to the CDC website for accurate information.
Moving On….
Aside from our current state of affairs, let’s jump into this post and cover a few legitimate medical facts that may just shock you. While you may know some of them, there may be at least one that may make you stop in your tracks and think “wow.”
The Number One Cause Of Work-Related Death is…
If you had to stop and really think about things, what would you say is the number one cause of work-related death? Most people seem to think that it’s something like electrical faults or site accidents, but the truth is that asbestos is still the number one cause of work-related deaths.
It is thought that over 125 million people per year are put at risk of asbestos exposure, and around 90,000 people die each year because of it. It seems that as the years go on, more and more people are at risk, and believe it or not; you could be one of them.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Louisiana had the highest rate of death from mesothelioma in the Southeast United States between 1999 and 2015.
So, if you feel you could be at risk or know someone who is, then it is advised that you contact a knowledgeable mesothelioma attorney today and discuss your options. Who knows? It may save a life.
We Still Use Leeches In Hospitals
Aside from asbestos, let’s talk – hospital oddities. We have all seen a film or two set way back when and the doctors are bloodletting or prescribing leeches, and we all have a good laugh about how outdated their medicine was.
Well, it seems that despite the fact that this method is 2500 years old, it’s still remarkably effective. Who would have thought? Leeches are used today in hospitals generally as a part of microsurgery, as well as for medical use in treatment of joint diseases such as osteoarthritis and extremity vein diseases. It has been found that leeches secrete proteins and peptides that work to prevent blood clots.
Who would have thought, that medicine that was once laughed away by doctors is now yet again a part of the mainstream?
Still interested in learning more? A simple Google search will put you well on your way for way more information than you care to know. Just make sure you fact check whatever you find.
The Seasonal Flu Is Still A Massive Concern
Lastly, is the seriousness of the seasonal flu, especially since the flu shares similar symptoms with the recent pandemic. So, keep in mind these estimated numbers below and take necessary safety precautions.
According to Global Research, the flu is now responsible for around 5 million cases per year and around 650,000 deaths, but sadly, people fail to take it seriously.
According to the CDC, symptoms could include the following:
- Fever* or feeling feverish/chills
- Cough
- Sore throat
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Muscle or body aches
- Headaches
- Fatigue (tiredness)
- Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults.
So, if you feel that you have seasonal flu symptoms, make sure that you are taking good care of yourself and seek professional medical advice, if needed.
