Emerging Infectious Diseases; Vol. 21, No. 11, November 2015
This factsheet describes the work and activities of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Mozambique as well as its impact in this country.
The purpose of this interim guidance is to provide information and insight to assist public policy and
health system leaders in preparing for and responding to an MCE caused by terrorist use of explosives
(TUE). This document provides practical information to promote comprehensive mass casualty ca...re
in the event of a TUE event and focuses on two areas:
1. leadership in preparing for and responding to a TUE event, and
2. effective care of patients in the prehospital and hospital environments during a TUE event.
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The CDC webpage "Types of Insulin" provides an overview of the various insulin types used in diabetes management, categorized by their onset, peak time, and duration of action. It explains terms like onset (how quickly insulin lowers blood sugar), peak time (when insulin is at maximum strength), and... duration (how long insulin works to lower blood sugar). The page also discusses factors influencing insulin prescriptions, such as activity level, diet, blood sugar management, age, and individual insulin absorption rates.
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Después de un desastre o una emergencia, es posible que el agua de la llave no sea segura. Preste atención siempre a los consejos especíÿcos de las autoridades locales. Use agua embotellada para beber, cocinar y cepillarse los dientes si es posible. Si no hay disponible agua embotellada, use uno... de los siguientes métodos para hacer que el agua sea segura.
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If your result shows you’re at high risk for type 2 diabetes, talk to your doctor about getting a simple blood sugar test to confirm it. Then, if you’re diagnosed with prediabetes, consider joining a lifestyle change program offered by the National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP). Thi...s program is proven to cut the risk for type 2 diabetes in half.
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96 million American adults - more than 1 - 3 - have prediabetes
Use these resources to engage communities, increase cultural competence, and promote type 2 diabetes prevention and diabetes management.
Secondhand smoke can infiltrate into other units through hallways and stairwells. Don’t be shy when it comes to your health. Talk to your building manager about making your apartment smokefree.
Manual:
Know How to Use Your Asthma Inhaler.
Using a metered dose inhaler (inhaler in mouth).