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National Poison
Prevention Week (03/15/10) More than 2 million poisonings are reported each year to the 61 Poison Control Centers across the country. More than 90 percent of these poisonings occur in the home. Do you know what to do if a child eats or drinks something poisonous? This week, during National Poison Prevention Week, learn how to prevent and react to poison emergencies. Keep the national poison control number, (800) 222-1222, readily available, and share this Poison Safety Checklist in your community. Take Action with the HRSA. |
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Talk to Your Doctor to Lose Weight People who talk to their doctor are much more motivated to lose weight than those who don't. |
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Find resources to help
you communicate with your doctor about weight loss. |
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Take Charge of Your Care The most important member of your healthcare team is you. Being involved and keeping informed are the best ways to ensure your own safety. |
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Find resources to
help you take a more active role and take charge of your own health
care. |
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Getting the Most Out of Your Doctor's Visit When you are in your doctor’s office, there is no such thing as a dumb question. Remember that it is your health, so you need to be actively involved. |
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Find resources to help you get the most out of your
doctor’s visit. |
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Asking Tough Questions About Your Health Sometimes it's difficult to ask the tough questions regarding your health issues. It's important to remember not to be intimidated and to ask the important questions. |
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