Using Oxygen Safely

To reduce the chances of fire and other hazards, you need to follow guidelines when using your oxygen unit.

Stroke: Taking Medicines

Your doctor has given you medications to reduce the risk of a stroke. But they won't help unless you take them as prescribed. This sheet explains why and how to take your medications.

Getting a Mammogram

Mammography is an X-ray exam of your breast tissue. Learn what to expect before, during, and after this imaging test.

Intravenous Pyelogram (IVP)

An intravenous pyelogram (IVP) is an X-ray exam of your urinary tract (kidneys, ureters, and bladder). This test can help find stones or other problems with your urinary tract. Learn more about how the test is done and what to expect.

Hysterosalpingogram (HSG)

HSG is an X-ray test used to view your uterus and fallopian tubes. It's most often used to help diagnose why you are not able to get pregnant.

Caring for Your Inhaler

Two things to remember if you use an inhaler: Keep it clean and keep track of how much medicine is left, so you'll never run out. Read on to learn more.

What Is Dysarthria?

Learn about dysarthria, a speech problem due to muscle weakness in the face, lips, tongue, throat, and breathing muscles.

What Is Ischemic Stroke?

Most strokes are caused by a blockage in a blood vessel that supplies the brain. They can also occur if a blood vessel in the brain ruptures (bursts open).