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Splinters are small, no scratch that, they are tiny pieces of wood, glass, metals or even plastic that get embedded underneath the skin. Most common of them are splinters of wood. When they make their entry, the pain could be mild to severe, so at times you may not recall how they got in. You might begin to feel some pain or discomfort if they are left unattended to. It is important to take out a splinter asap as they can cause an infection at the site that they occupy A pair of tweezers are super useful in splinter removal. These are usually available in your first aid kit.  🎯sterilize the tweezers 🎯wash the area where the splinter is embedded (ensure your hands are clean as well) 🎯if a part of the splinter is sticking out and can be easily grasped with the tweezers, then pull out the splinter in the same direction it entered the skin The tricky bit is when the splinter is completely embedded 🤦‍♀️  Taking out the...

Today is International Epilepsy Day  It's a day that efforts are made globally to increase awareness on epilepsy  There are so many myths about epilepsy, chief of which is 👉"epilepsy is contagious". This myth has deterred people from helping those having an epileptic episode.  Do you know that people can die from an epileptic episode? If you are present when an epileptic episode starts, ensure to keep the person safe, by moving away hazardous objects and the cushion their head, also ensure their breathing isn't hindered, loosen tight clothing. If the episode lasts longer than 5 minutes ensure to get professional medical help  This year the theme is "50 million Steps for Epilepsy" Let's step up epilepsy awareness  What do you know about epilepsy? #internationalepilepsyday2022  #epilepsyawareness  #epilepsy  #50millionstepsforepilepsy  #50millionsteps💜  #...