It is extremely unwise to procrastinate emergency or otherwise urgent medical treatment. When faced with a serious injury or disease, the emergency room at your nearest, local hospital is the first place you should head. When dealing with a chronic condition that verges on serious (or even if it is a newer situation too), visiting a doctor quickly should be a top priority. However, many people employ those services very frequently when it is obviously not necessary to do so, at least until some simpler, more accessible, and more economical treatments have been tried. Again, if there is a serious, or persistent situation present, medical care should be sought as quickly as possible.

For very minor burns, there is a treatment recommended by many cooks and restaurant staff that may help you get back on your feet quickly. Applying some salt (and perhaps a tiny amount of water first so the salt will stick) to the burn and then tightly winding it with a band aid has been reported to heal burns quickly without a blister rising. It is best to run the burn under cool water for several minutes first. Salt can also work on itchy ant bites. When the wound is open, use very clean hands to apply salt to it and then wrap it up. The theory is that the salt disinfects the affected area while drawing out the irritating substances.

Pastes made from sugar or honey are great on cuts, particularly ones that are in danger of becoming infected. Sugars and honey have been used world wide as traditional medicines in many different cultures. They also help prevent scarring.

Apple cider vinegar is great when you have been having issues with heartburn. If you have been dealing with a toothache or gum irritation but can’t get into the dentist for a few days, swish 3% hydrogen peroxide. It will help oxygenate the areas that are irritated. Some specialists say to dilute it in half with water while others say undiluted 3% strength is fine. Be sure to check the label as anything stronger could be very dangerous.