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the body's connective tissue. Connective tissue supports and holds the body's cells, organs, and ... Marfan syndrome is a rare genetic disorder. It affects the body's connective tissue. Marfan ... genetic disorder;connective tissue disorder;Marfan syndrome;649

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personal relationships. Be cautious when using online support groups. Red flags for online sites ... include those that promise a cure for your disease or condition, pressure you to purchase services or

symptoms Providing resources for ongoing care and support Connecting people with survivorship ... experience for people with cancer and their families. They want to make sure you feel supported every

*Cancer Tx Emotional Support ... . But know that your healthcare team is there to support all of you—emotions included. Share any ... also online support groups. That way, you can connect with others from the comfort of your home. Here ... cancer treatment;emotional support;support group;16173

When to go to the ER for Your Child ... problem may need urgent care. When to Get Emergency Care for Your Child Many minor injuries can be ... handled at home. But there are times when a trip to an emergency room (ER) is needed. For most of ... emergency;emergency condition;emergency information;emergency information form;p02834

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Self-Care for Teens ... their parents are willing to support them as they face new challenges. By including teens as full ... help their children accept appropriate responsibility for caring for themselves. Letting them ... 2667;teen self-care;teen health care independance;helping teen self-care

*Genetics Services Ch ... Connect you with support groups for a disorder Connect you with other families with children who ... Genetic services are programs that help support families and children with genetic disorders ... genetic services;genetic defect;birth defect;chronic diseases;developmental problems;sensory deficits;abnormal physical features

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rehab facility Rehab services are provided in many different settings, including: Acute care ... facilities In the home by home health agencies When looking for rehab facilities and services, some ... -evolution;diagnostic procedures for stroke;stroke diagnosis;stroke rehabilitation;rehabilitation from stroke;P00805

: Ask for help. Other members of your family, community, and circle of friends may want to lend a ... counselor at your grandchild’s school about support services. You can also go through your local YMCA

*End Stage Dementia Care ... what to expect and plan for what lies ahead. Caring for End-Stage Dementia Dementia is the loss ... . Over time, a person loses the ability to care for themself. If your loved one has now progressed to ... 41129;Caring for End-stage dementia;end-stage dementia, care

treatment. Luckily, there’s housekeeping help for all budgets, so you can keep your space feeling like home ... . Here’s where to look: Cleaning for a Reason. This nonprofit can connect you with volunteers ... cancer treatment;groceries and meals;home care;household tasks;16135

*Diabetes Support ... your condition. They can support your need to stick to your treatment plan. Reach out to family ... and friends Family and friends can support your efforts to take care of yourself. So don’t feel bad ... 89515;Getting Support When You Have Diabetes;diabetes support;diabetes support groups;diabetes help

*Long Term Care Planning ... . These give round-the-clock service and supervision, medical care, and rehabilitation for residents ... with everyday activities, such as shopping, cooking and bathing. How to Plan for Long-Term Care ... long-term care;long-term care planning;Assisted-living communities;Nursing homes;skilled-nursing facilities;elder care;1437

*Cancer Palliative Care ... Cancer and Palliative Care ... services for siblings or children (such as support groups) Respite care, allowing the family to ... . Palliative care may include chemotherapy or radiation for pain control. Palliative Care for People with ... p07354;supportive care;palliative care;palliative care services;patient's rights;palliation;comfort care

End-of-Life Care: Hospice ... support for the person and their family. The goal of hospice care is to provide the terminally ill ... condition changes or you need support. Spiritual and social services Volunteer services ... hospice;hospice care;hospital based hospice;long term care hospice;freestanding hospices;hospice care settings;P00607;end-of-life care

*ALL Ch ... child’s illness and care. You may also wish to seek information and support for yourself. Doing so can ... . How is ALL treated? Chemotherapy (chemo) is the main treatment for ALL. Chemo uses strong ... 40353;40353;when your child has acute lymphoblastic leukemia;acute lymphoblastic anemia, child;ALL ... , child;ALL risk factors, child;ALL symptoms, child;ALL diagnosis, child;ALL treatment, child;ALL long-term concerns, child;ALL coping, child

Caring for someone you love who is sick or disabled is never easy. When the illness affects ... Someone with a Mental Illness    Caring for someone you love who is sick or disabled is never easy