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Depression and Older Adults: Know the Signs ... Depression in older adults is often not diagnosed. That's because of stereotypes that family, caregivers ... , and even healthcare providers have that older adults are depressed in general. Older adults may hide ... depression;depression and aging;depression missed diagnosis;depression signs;depression symptoms;1249

. How can I prevent cat scratch disease? Here are some ways that you and your family can prevent ... cat and your family. Kittens pose an extra risk for you if you have HIV, are being treated for ... 90657;cat scratch disease;cats;kittens;fleas;cat scratch disease kids;cat scratch disease adult;cat scratch fever;cat scratch disease peds

*ALL Tx ... main way to treat ALL. The treatment uses strong medicines to kill cancer cells. The chemo medicines ... are put into your blood. The goal is to kill the ALL cells quickly and put the cancer into remission ... acute lymphocytic leukemia;ALL;chemotherapy for ALL;radiation therapy for ALL;stem cell transplant for ALL;BALLT2

Older Adults and Heat-Related Illnesses ... , tranquilizers, and some heart and blood pressure medicines. Taking several medicines at once for ... illnesses Heat stress, heat tiredness, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke are all forms of

*Surg Site Prevent Infection ... Surgical Site Infection Prevent ... . Surgical site infections can range in type. It may be a minor skin infection. Or it may be severe and ... surgical site infection? Germs are everywhere. They’re on your skin, in the air, and on things you ... 89221;Preventing Surgical Site Infections;surgical site infections, prevention;infection, surgical ... site, prevention;surgical site infections, causes, surgical site infections, risk factors;surgical

There are many fun, low-cost activities to help families make memories and enjoy each other's ... company on a budget. Family Fun on a Budget These days, dinner and a movie may feel more

Prescription and OTC Medicines: Use Them Wisely ... names and correct doses of all your medicines. Learn the side effects of the medicines and ... current list of medicines, vitamins, supplements, and OTC medicines you take. Share it with all your

Medicinal Herb: Nettle ... , or burning rash on your skin. It also causes swelling and redness at the site of contact. This ... change the effects of medicines that affect blood pressure. These include diuretics and antihypertensives

surgeon about any medicines you are taking. You may need to stop taking all or some of these before ... the procedure. This includes: All prescription medicines Over-the-counter medicines, such as ... 41285;osteotomy and ligament or tendon repair (bunion surgery);bunion surgery;osteotomy and ligament or tendon repair

Medical errors are one of the leading causes of death and injury for American adults, according to a study ... The consumer site for the American Academy of Family Physicians at www.FamilyDoctor.org The

*Circumcision Adult ... provider about all medicines you take and any allergies you have. Cream to numb the skin of the penis ... head of the penis. Read on to learn more about adult circumcision and how it's done. Adult ... 40458;adult circumcision;circumcision, adult;circumcision, adult, preparation;circumcision, adult, during;circumcision, adult, after

*ALL Chemotherapy ... expect.  Chemo for ALL is often given in phases. This gives the medicines a better chance of working ... as possible. Strong medicines are used, and you're in the hospital for this phase. You may be there ... ALL;BALLT4

OCD Questions and Answers ... people with OCD. How common is OCD? OCD affects adults and children of all ethnic groups and ... backgrounds. About 1 in 100 adults have OCD. It may run in families. People with OCD often notice symptoms

*ALL Stem Cell Transplant ... for ALL. This means you get stem cells from a matched donor. In many cases, this may be a family ... precautions to prevent infection while in the hospital and after you're home. Follow all instructions from ... acute lymphocytic leukemia;ALL;stem cell transplant for ALL;ballt12

adjustment disorder? Adjustment disorders happen at all ages and are quite common in children and ... teens. They happen equally in boys and girls. They happen in all cultures. But the stressors and signs ... with anxiety;adjustment disorder with anxiety and depressed mood;adjustment disorder with disturbanc of ... conduct;adjustment disorder with mixed disturbance of emotions and conduct;adjustment disorder unspecified;P01573

Sports Medicine Specialists ... pediatrics or family medicine and also have training in sports medicine. Some sports medicine providers ... and injury in active people. What Is Sports Medicine? If your child is injured while doing ... sports;sports medicine;sports injuries;athletic injuries;19

the warning signs. Depression and Suicide in Older Adults Nearly 2 million older adults in ... . Medicine side effects can cause changes in thoughts and behaviors. Giving support Depressed ... 84919;Depression and suicide in older adults;older adults, depression, suicide;suicide attempt

Health, Safety, Injury Prevention for You and Your Child ... plan and make sure all family members and caregivers know what to do in case of fire. Put babies ... family stay healthy and safe. Safety for You and Your Child You can help prevent your child ... injury prevention;injury child;emergency medicine;p02843;carseat;car seat;seat belt;seatbelt

Understanding Surgical Site Infections ... space between organs. Signs and symptoms of surgical site infections Any SSI may cause redness ... . Causes and risk factors of surgical site infections Infections after surgery are caused by germs ... infection;wound care;surgical site infection;superficial incisional SSI;deep incisional SSI;organ SSI;space SSI;144

*Handwashing Tips For All ... , Family, and Friends Germs are everywhere around us. Normally, we live with germs without getting ... : For family and friends When visiting or caring for a loved one, washing your hands or using an ... 89227;Handwashing Tips for Patients, Family, Friends;Handwashing