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HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL

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Happy Thanksgiving to all!       A delicious recipe Learn more :  A short story Many people travel to a different place   for the holidays. It may be via public transportation, which increases the risk of infection.Some flights are long, some are short. Infection can easily spread from one place to  another. Happy Thanksgiving and be safe!

PREVENTING THE SPREAD OF INFECTION

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  Many people travel to different places . Some flights are long, some are short. Infection can easily spread from one place to another. Using such areas like wash rooms , going through checkpoints, picking up baggage and endless sharing of  communal areas,  may all make a contribution to spreading infection. Good hygiene keeps the bugs away. Helpful hint: Gloves should not be used as a pair of hands. Changing gloves and hand washing helps to  prevent the spread of infection.

FAMILY MEMBER GOES TO SURGERY FOR THE LAYPERSON

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  So , your family member has been scheduled for surgery. You are a person who has no real exposure to how surgery works.  Sometimes, talking to someone who had a bad experience may not be helpful. It is always best to seek medical  advice and weigh up everything. The doctor will address any concerns the patient and family have prior to surgery. A look at the Operating Room Prior to surgery, the Operating Room is cleansed sterilely. The patient is prepped as ordered by the doctor. Extreme measures are taken to prevent the spread of infection. The surgical team spend a significant length of time scrubbing up. In addition, sterile gowns and gloves are worn. Masks  are used over the nose and mouth. After surgery, the length of the hospital stay may vary. The doctor usually discusses / orders with the patient and family, what is expected to complete the healing process. Above all, the way a patient heals may vary from one to another. Learn more about:  ...

DID YOU KNOW THAT - BERRIES ARE

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 Berries are rich in vitamins , potassium and magnesium. They are also said to have  anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Learn more : All Things food  Learn more about: Foods and their properties

NATURAL DISASTERS

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  A natural disaster may take many forms. An earthquake, heavy flooding, landslides, brush fires, a tsunami, a tornado,  an avalanche   and more, may be called a natural disaster. The aftermath of a natural disaster may  lead to inability to cope, due to stress .  It is important to seek  medical help  if necessary.                                                                                 Ruins after a storm Learn more about : Mount Everest Learn more about : Wildlife and Safari

DIABETIC COMPLICATIONS FOR THE LAYPERSON

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 The information provided in the image below, is intended to    help the layperson understand what happens when diabetes is   not managed properly. It is important  for someone who has         been diagnosed with diabetes, to be aware of the complications.                                              Simplifying diabetic complications.                           Diabetes is not only a chronic condition, but may have complications.              It is important for anyone who has diabetes to get good medical advice              and follow instructions.                             Simple facts:       ...

SEAFOOD IS SPECIAL

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                                                              It starts in the ocean and ends up on  the table. Yes, seafood makes its way to the table in many  different forms.It is a favorite of many and eaten more frequently than steak. Learn more about : Seafood  Learn more about : All things food