More women are binge drinking, and more are becoming addicted to alcohol. A woman’s body metabolizes alcohol differently. That means how much she drinks can have a greater effect on her body than on a man’s. It can be scary to lose control of how much you drink, but starting a conversation with someone you trust can be the first step to getting help. And if you think a friend or loved one as a drinking problem, there are effective ways to express concern.
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Tiyaking ang iyong kit para sa unang lunas ay higit pa sa mga benda at bacitracin
Ang maayos na suplay na kit para sa emerhensiya ay makakatulong sa iyo na gamutin ang maliliit na pinsala o magbigay ng agarang pangangalaga hanggang sa dumating ang propesyonal na tulong.
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Asegúrese de que su botiquín de primeros auxilios contenga más que vendas y bacitracina
Un botiquín de emergencia bien provisto puede ayudarlo a tratar lesiones menores o brindar atención inmediata hasta que llegue ayuda profesional.
Make sure your first aid kit is more than bandages and bacitracin
A well-supplied emergency kit can help you treat minor injuries or provide immediate care until professional help arrives.