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After years of being very rare in the US, bedbugs are making a comeback. Bedbugs feed on human and animal blood, usually at night. Bedbugs are a nuisance. But they are not a major threat to your health. Read on to learn more.

Delirium is very common in people with advanced illness. With delirium, people have times when they are suddenly confused and unaware of what's going on around them. They may become agitated and restless or withdrawn.

An SCI does not affect your lungs, but it can affect your breathing muscles. This can affect how well you breathe. It also puts you at higher risk for pneumonia and other lung problems. Your doctor and health care team will work with you to manage any breathing problems you have.

You may think that you can’t be physically fit with an SCI. But you can indeed exercise, be active, and build and maintain fitness. Exercise plays a very important role in keeping you healthy. Learn here all the ways activity and exercise can help you.

Good nutrition is a vital part of staying healthy after an SCI. A nutritious and balanced diet helps you manage your weight. It provides you with the energy you need for daily activities.

Work with your health care team to plan your transition home after care for a spinal cord injury.

After spinal cord injury, you will likely have medicines as part of your treatment. These tips can help you manage them.

Breastfeeding is one of the best things you can do for your baby. But using tobacco products or e-cigarettes while you breastfeed is harmful to your baby.

Dry needling is like acupuncture. A healthcare provider puts needles into painful parts of the body and touches, taps, or pricks tissues to ease pain.