We’ve all been there. You’re rushing to get ready for work, your mind is on your commute, and suddenly—ouch. The iron slips. In a split second, a mundane morning routine turns into a painful burn or, in worst-case scenarios, a small fire. While household accidents happen, your reaction in the first few seconds determines whether it remains a minor injury or becomes a medical emergency. Based on standard emergency care protocols, here is the "Cool" rule you need to know and the critical steps to take if your clothing catches fire. Treating the Burn: Why You Must Use Cool Water (Not Ice) If you touch a hot iron or stove, your immediate priority is to stop the burning process in your skin. The most effective method is simple: treat the burn by applying cool water gently to the affected area. Why it works: Cool water lowers the temperature of the tissue, stopping the heat from penetrating deeper into your skin layers. What to avoid: Do not use high-pressure sprays or ice, wh...
What is Postinor-2? Postinor-2 is an emergency contraceptive tablet containing the active ingredient levonorgestrel . It is used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sexual intercourse or when a regular contraceptive method has failed. It is intended for emergency use only and should not be used as a regular form of birth control. To be effective, it must be taken as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours (3 days) after the unprotected intercourse. Its effectiveness decreases the longer you wait to take it. How Postinor-2 Works Postinor-2 works primarily by preventing or delaying ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary). If an egg has not been released, it cannot be fertilized by sperm , thereby preventing pregnancy. It can also make it more difficult for a fertilized egg to implant in the lining of the uterus . It's important to understand that Postinor-2 is not an abortion pill . It will not work if you are already pregnant, as it cannot terminate an existin...