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as planters, hoses, and lawn decorations so your visitors don't trip on them. Keep pets inside ... , and even tree stumps can cause them to trip. And they should never enter a house, unless they are

to last through the trip. But in case of emergency, the prescription may help. Use only U-100 ... you need for the trip, plus some extras Blood- and urine-testing supplies, plus extra batteries

because of tripping. Falls are the most common cause of injury visits to the emergency room for ... . Don’t wear loose-fitting slippers that could cause you to trip. Don't go barefoot inside or

curbs and stairs Curbs, steps, or uneven pavement can trip you. Take care when near them: Check ... objects that block your view. That's a sure way to trip.

to trip and fall when walking and running. Children like to move fast and often run rather than

implants. Here's what you need to know to make your trip through security a smooth one. Advise

. Get some exercise every day. Take a stress reduction class. If going on a long trip ... Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation at www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org or call toll-free at 800-932-2423

-tuning reflex actions. For example, when you trip and fall, reflexes automatically command your ... milliseconds after tripping, the conscious motor centers of the brain would take control of the fall. They

. Clutter can also become a tripping hazard. The process of decluttering As you’re going through your ... . You might, for example, keep a vial of sand from that fun family trip to the beach but let go of

? How do you deal with the pain—and when does it warrant a trip to a healthcare provider? February ... with the pain—and when does it warrant a trip to a healthcare provider? First things first: signs

more likely to trip and fall. Preventing Falls: Are You at Risk of Falling? As you get older ... have when you were younger. So it's not surprising that older people are more likely to trip and fall

when getting ready for your trip. Heart Failure: Travel Concerns It’s usually fine to travel if ... trip. Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to take care of these issues. Discuss your travel plans

malaria? The risk of getting malaria depends on: Your travel destination How long your trip ... healthcare provider well before your trip. They can give you medicine to prevent malaria. But travelers

things that can trip you, like throw rugs, boxes, piles of paper, or cords. Nail down rugs or ... sidewalks or driveways repaired. Remove hazards that could trip you, such as hoses or vines. Use

rugs and cords, ready to trip you up? Make sure your home is safe and free of hazards before you ... prevent slipping or tripping on them. Move electrical cords out of the way. Remove any clutter

taking a trip:  Get your prescriptions filled. Bring enough medicine for your whole trip. Get

your new hip. Also, make sure that clutter and any other tripping hazards at home are out of your way

you at first. Try to limit any trips out to 1 hour for the first week you are home. You can ... by your surgeon, you will need to have someone drive you for trips out of the house. If you need

falling. Go through your home and remove any clutter or loose rugs that you might trip over. Regular

. These include: Exercise Recess Gym class School trips You will need to note ... giving your child medicine on field trips. Activities your child needs to avoid. List all