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When you have PAD, a walking program can be very helpful. Here are some tips to get you started.

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a type of anxiety disorder. It can happen after you go through an extreme trauma, such as a car crash or combat. With PTSD, you constantly relive the trauma through nightmares, intrusive memories, and flashbacks. Therapy (also called counseling) is a very helpful treatment for PTSD.

Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder characterized by panic attacks. A panic attack is a sudden, intense fear that lasts for several minutes when there is no real danger. If you have panic disorder, your doctor may prescribe one or more medicines for treatment. Here's what you need to know.

Taking good care of the skin around the stoma is very important to prevent skin problems after a urostomy. Learn about the most common skin problems and how to manage them.

You'll be shown how to change your pouch before you leave the hospital. Plan to change your pouch every few days. And change it early in the morning, when your urine output is less. Read on to learn how to change your pouch.

A night drainage system collects and stores urine after a urostomy. That way, you can sleep all night without getting up to empty the pouch. Follow these step-by-step instructions.

Being more active is a key part of heart attack prevention. It helps your heart muscle and the rest of your body get stronger. It also helps control other heart risks.

Your CRT device needs special care. You will also need to make some lifestyle changes. Find out how to take care of the device and your health.

Pericardiocentesis is a procedure to remove fluid that has built up in the sac around the heart. The fluid is drained with a needle and flexible tube (catheter).