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Amputated, bruised and crushed fingers: What to doAmputated, bruised and crushed fingers: What to do

Amputated, bruised and crushed fingers: What to do

What to do if someone cuts their finger off  It is surprisingly common for people to accidentally cut off part…

What to do if someone cuts their finger offWhat to do if someone cuts their finger off

What to do if someone cuts their finger off

Finger Amputation. What to do, important steps to help control bleeding and preserve the amputated part Sadly it is not…

How to support a loved one after an accidentHow to support a loved one after an accident

How to support a loved one after an accident

How to support a loved one after an accident: Accidents are commonplace in any developed or developing nation, with some…

Potential new strategies to fight OsteosarcomaPotential new strategies to fight Osteosarcoma

Potential new strategies to fight Osteosarcoma

Osteosarcoma (OS) is the most common form of aggressive bone cancer. A MedUni Vienna study, led by geneticist Erwin Wagner,…

How to reattach a fingerHow to reattach a finger

How to reattach a finger

Amputated tips of fingers and toes are very common injuries and with the right initial first aid treatment, they can…

Better surgery for landmine victimsBetter surgery for landmine victims

Better surgery for landmine victims

Landmines are a deadly legacy of many past and present conflicts and still kill around 15-20,000 people around the world every…