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Coronary Heart Disease, Overview ... all other tissues in the body, the heart muscle needs oxygen-rich blood to work, and oxygen-depleted ... steps can also help lower your cholesterol and blood pressure levels. Medicines Many medicines

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Depression and Older Adults: Know the Signs ... Depression in older adults is often not diagnosed. That's because of stereotypes that family, caregivers ... , and even healthcare providers have that older adults are depressed in general. Older adults may hide ... depression;depression and aging;depression missed diagnosis;depression signs;depression symptoms;1249

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through the: Blood system. Arteries and veins take blood to and from all areas of the body ... . Lymphatic system. A network of lymphatic vessels in all areas of the body that drain and filter

surgeon about any medicines you are taking. You may need to stop taking all or some of these before ... the procedure. This includes: All prescription medicines Over-the-counter medicines, such as ... 41285;osteotomy and ligament or tendon repair (bunion surgery);bunion surgery;osteotomy and ligament or tendon repair

Detailed information on fire safety and burns and preventing injuries and death in children ... Fire Safety and Burns Click on the links below to learn more about these topics. Fire Safety and ... fire safety, burn, burn prevention, family fire escape plan, electrical burn, sunburn

There are many fun, low-cost activities to help families make memories and enjoy each other's ... company on a budget. Family Fun on a Budget These days, dinner and a movie may feel more

ask you about your health history, symptoms, risk factors, and family history of disease. A physical ... after treatment, and your overall health. Treatment options include: Surgery to remove all or

Older Adults and Heat-Related Illnesses ... , tranquilizers, and some heart and blood pressure medicines. Taking several medicines at once for ... illnesses Heat stress, heat tiredness, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke are all forms of

Medicinal Herb: Nettle ... , or burning rash on your skin. It also causes swelling and redness at the site of contact. This ... change the effects of medicines that affect blood pressure. These include diuretics and antihypertensives

Prescription and OTC Medicines: Use Them Wisely ... names and correct doses of all your medicines. Learn the side effects of the medicines and ... current list of medicines, vitamins, supplements, and OTC medicines you take. Share it with all your

adjustment disorder? Adjustment disorders happen at all ages and are quite common in children and ... teens. They happen equally in boys and girls. They happen in all cultures. But the stressors and signs ... with anxiety;adjustment disorder with anxiety and depressed mood;adjustment disorder with disturbanc of ... conduct;adjustment disorder with mixed disturbance of emotions and conduct;adjustment disorder unspecified;P01573

the warning signs. Depression and Suicide in Older Adults Nearly 2 million older adults in ... . Medicine side effects can cause changes in thoughts and behaviors. Giving support Depressed ... 84919;Depression and suicide in older adults;older adults, depression, suicide;suicide attempt

Medical errors are one of the leading causes of death and injury for American adults, according to a study ... The consumer site for the American Academy of Family Physicians at www.FamilyDoctor.org The

medicines you're taking. You may need to stop taking all or some of these before your surgery ... : Prescription medicines Over-the-counter medicines for pain and fever, such as aspirin, and nonsteroidal ... ileostomy;Proctocolectomy, what is;Proctocolectomy overview

*Surg Site Prevent Infection ... Surgical Site Infection Prevent ... . Surgical site infections can range in type. It may be a minor skin infection. Or it may be severe and ... surgical site infection? Germs are everywhere. They’re on your skin, in the air, and on things you ... 89221;Preventing Surgical Site Infections;surgical site infections, prevention;infection, surgical ... site, prevention;surgical site infections, causes, surgical site infections, risk factors;surgical

Sports Medicine Specialists ... pediatrics or family medicine and also have training in sports medicine. Some sports medicine providers ... and injury in active people. What Is Sports Medicine? If your child is injured while doing ... sports;sports medicine;sports injuries;athletic injuries;19