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Advance care planning is the process of deciding one's own future medical care. It helps to make sure that if you can't speak for yourself, your wishes can still be carried out. The plan is a series of legal documents that note a person's wishes. The documents vary by state.

Certain treatments can help sustain life when you have a serious illness. But as your illness progresses, there may come a time when these treatments are no longer a benefit. You must then decide whether to continue or stop these treatments.

You have a loved one who's receiving care at the end of life. You've been helping to make your loved one comfortable. As they move into the final stages, this sheet can help you find ways to help your loved one die with dignity.

People with cystic fibrosis (CF) may have trouble keeping their weight up. You may lose weight even when you get enough calories. Here are some tips to help you add fats and calories to your diet.

Lung (pulmonary) function tests are breathing tests done to see how well your child’s lungs are working. They help your child’s doctor diagnose lung problems, such as asthma or cystic fibrosis.

Good nutrition can help your body heal a wound. Learn about the nutrients you need.

Pregnancy changes your body in many ways. If you have diabetes, pregnancy can also change how your body uses insulin. You’ll need to adapt your diabetes management plan before, during, and after giving birth. Your doctor will work with you to help you keep diabetes under control.

Be gentle with the pump area. Don’t pull clothing tightly over it. Don’t move too quickly, exercise, or play sports in ways that may jerk the pump around.

Dry needling is like acupuncture. A healthcare provider puts needles into painful parts of the body and touches, taps, or pricks tissues to ease pain.