Dr. Patrick McDaid
Sep 1, 2020
Knuckle Cracking: Annoying or Harmful
Despite how common knuckle cracking is, there has been considerable debate regarding where the noise comes from, and whether it cause...
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Dr. Patrick McDaid
Jul 21, 2020
Keep Your Hands Safe from Sunburn
Sunburn is skin damage caused by ultraviolet (UV) rays. Any exposed part of your body can burn. Signs and symptoms of sunburn usually...
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Dr. Patrick McDaid
Jun 17, 2020
Protect Hands from Poison Ivy, Oak and Sumac
Summertime means enjoying beautiful hikes outdoors, weeding your garden, or just taking the dog for leisurely walk. But these activities,...
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Dr. Patrick McDaid
May 30, 2020
Skin Rashes Linked to COVID-19: What to Look For
Fever, tiredness, dry cough and shortness of breath are common symptoms of COVID-19, but not everyone who develops the disease has the...
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Dr. Patrick McDaid
Apr 16, 2020
Is Your Home Workstation Hand/Joint Friendly?
By now, the majority of us have transitioned from working in an office to working at home. For some, a home office may already be...
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Dr. Patrick McDaid
Mar 25, 2020
How to Wash Your Hands to Protect Against COVID-19
Respiratory viruses like coronavirus disease (COVID-19) can be spread when mucus or droplets containing the virus get into your body...
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Dr. Patrick McDaid
Feb 19, 2020
Assistive Devices to Help Alleviate Arthritis Pain
Arthritis can be a painful and debilitating condition, one that makes your regular routine difficult because it affects your hand joints,...
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Dr. Patrick McDaid
Jan 27, 2020
How Texting Affects Our Hands
Texting has become one of the most popular forms of communication, and statistics show just how staggering the usage is: Over 6 billion...
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Dr. Patrick McDaid
Dec 28, 2019
Snow Shovel and Snowblower Safety
The winter months can be a festive and fun time of year. However, they can also bring many hazards that lead to hand, wrist, elbow or...
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Dr. Patrick McDaid
Nov 29, 2019
Hot to Spot and Prevent Frostbite
When the temperature dips below freezing, it’s critical to protect your skin from cold-weather health risks. Frostbite occurs when the...
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