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Do you know what to do if you encounter an emergency? Follow these clear instructions and be prepared.

A heart attack is an emergency, but the condition that causes it usually takes years to develop. Over time, fatty substances collect on the walls of the heart's arteries. As these arteries become narrower, it's more likely that one will become fully clogged, causing a heart attack.

Helpful tips on treating blepharitis with a warm compress and washing the area gently with an eyelid scrub.

Your eye doctor may prescribe eye drops or an ointment. These will help ease redness, swelling, and irritation. Your eye doctor will also need to check your eyes following treatment.

Like any operation, small-incision cataract surgery needs preparation.

Follow these tips for home safety after joint surgery.

The hip joint is one of the body’s largest weight-bearing joints. A healthy hip joint allows you to walk, squat, and turn without pain. But when a hip joint is damaged, it is likely to hurt when you move.

Here is what to expect in the hospital after a total hip replacement.

After hip replacement surgery, you can leave the hospital when your health is stable, your pain is controlled, and you're able to walk safely, including up and down stairs. Here are some tips to continue your recovery at home.