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Learning About Medical Chaperones
A medical chaperone is a trained member of your care team. This person is in the room with you and your doctor during a sensitive exam or procedure. They're there to help you feel comfortable and safe. A medical chaperone is often used to protect...
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Learning About Hantavirus Cardiopulmonary Syndrome (HCPS)
Hantavirus cardiopulmonary syndrome (HCPS) is a lung infection caused by viruses found in the saliva, urine, and droppings of some rodents. The illness is rare but can be deadly. Most cases of HCPS in the U.S. are caused by one type of hantavirus...
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How to Use an Incentive Spirometer
1. Move the sliding goal marker as directed. 2. Sit up straight. 3. Hold the spirometer upright and at shoulder level. 4. Breathe out normally. 5. Place your lips around the mouthpiece. 6. Take a slow, deep breath in. 7. Bring the piston up to the...
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Learning About Newborn Care
Caring for a newborn can feel scary at first. Feed your baby when hungry, change diapers often, and keep the umbilical area clean and dry. Always put your baby to sleep on their back for safety. It gets easier as you learn each day.
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Learning About Cyclosporiasis
Cyclosporiasis is a type of food poisoning. It's a parasitic infection of the intestines that causes severe diarrhea and other symptoms. Learn more about the causes, symptoms, other problems it can cause, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
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Nonstress Test
A nonstress test checks your baby’s heartbeat before birth. You lie down while sensors on your belly listen to the heartbeat and see how your baby moves.
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Controlling Your Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a waxy substance that travels in your bloodstream. When you have high cholesterol, it builds up in the walls of your blood vessels. This makes the blood vessels narrower and blood flow decrease. Then you could have a heart attack or a stroke.
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Controlling High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure (hypertension) is called the silent killer. This is because many people who have it don't know it. You can take an easy test to see if your blood pressure is too high. If it is high, you can take steps to lower it. Doing so could save your life.
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What Is Heart Failure?
Heart failure can happen in two ways. The heart muscle may become weak and enlarged (systolic dysfunction). Or, the heart muscle may become stiff (diastolic dysfunction). Learn more about these two types, their symptoms, and how heart failure impacts your body.
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