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HPV is a very common family of viruses. Some types of HPV can cause genital warts. Many people carry HPV, but it often has no symptoms. Here's what you need to know.

This procedure was done to reduce your risk of a stroke, which can occur when the carotid arteries are severely blocked or narrowed. This information can help you care for yourself at home.

DVT is a blood clot in a deep vein. Learn how to take care of yourself at home when you have DVT.

A hernia is a defect in the tough tissue covering the musculature of the abdominal wall (fascia). During laparoscopic hernia surgery, a surgeon inserts a telescope attached to a camera as well as surgical instruments through tiny incisions in your abdomen. The surgeon repairs the hernia with a mesh, which patches the tear or weakness in the fascia.

You are going home with a urinary catheter and collection device (drainage bag) in place. You were shown how to care for your catheter in the hospital. This sheet will help you remember those steps when you are at home.

Follow these helpful reminders on how to give yourself an intramuscular (IM) injection in your upper arm.

When you need an IM injection in your hip, another person must help give you the shot. Read on to learn how this injection is given.

Helpful reminders on how to give yourself an intramucsular (IM) injection in the thigh.

You were shown how to give yourself an Intramuscular (IM) injection in the hospital. Use this sheet to help you remember those steps when you are at home.