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Using an Oxygen Tank at Home

… unit. Ask your healthcare provider and medical supply company any questions you have. They can help you find out … helps prevent breathing in germs. Ask the medical supply company about cleaning or taking care of your oxygen unit. … stuffy. Protect your oxygen tank from being knocked over. Store the oxygen tank upright in a secure, approved storage …
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Common Types of Fractures

… the bone. Depending on the injury, bones can break in different ways. A fracture is a partial or complete break in the bone. When a fracture happens, it's … The bone breaks through the skin. This is also known as a compound fracture. Other types of fractures Fractures have …
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Helping Your Teen Manage Asthma

… sure your teen understands they are not alone. Asthma is a common condition among children and teens in the U.S. According to the CDC, about 1 in 12 children in the U.S. have … teen should always take their Asthma Action Plan to each visit with a healthcare provider for a review or updates, if …
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Colorectal Cancer: Introduction

… in both places. But colon and rectal cancer have a lot in common. So they're often called colorectal cancer. … in these cells can lead to growths (polyps) that can become cancer. What are the types of cancer in the colon and … cancer that can start in the colon or rectum are much less common: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor. These tumors start …
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Reducing Risk of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WMSDs): Your Role

… know they're at risk of a WMSD until they start having discomfort. This needn't be true for you. Read about risk … posture and rearranging your workspace can make a big difference. Be sure to use these ergonomic principles at home, … to help you maintain your health. For more information, visit the U.S. Department of Labor website . Keep track and …
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Wound Care

… unused supplies in a clean plastic bag. Seal the bag and store it in a clean, dry area between dressing changes.  …
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Traveling With Asthma

… And ask about rooms away from damp or wet areas. Before you visit, tell friends or family if scented candles, aerosol … a delay or lose your bags. Let family members and traveling companions know where you keep your medicines and your … a list of your medicines. Let family members and traveling companions know where you are keeping the information. Bring …
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Treatment of Diabetes

… type 1 diabetes must use insulin every day. There are different ways to take insulin. You can use a needle and … team keep track of your blood sugar level between office visits. Type 2 diabetes People with type 2 diabetes may keep …
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