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Bony prominences are the areas of bone that are close to the skin's surface. These areas are most susceptible to pressure injuries because they have the least amount of cushioning.

Evaluating pressure injuries includes describing and documenting them and tracking their progress. Staging systems provide you with a guide in this process. The information in this sheet is an overview of the staging and treatment of pressure injuries.

Learn how to properly clean and dress a pressure injury.

Pressure injuries can be a threat to your health. Follow these precautions.

Your body needs relaxation to reduce stress and undo the fight-or-flight response.

Learn ways to recover from addiction to drugs and alcohol and how to prevent and deal with relapses.

Schizoaffective disorder is a serious and puzzling brain disorder. It combines symptoms of bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. The symptoms are often severe and ongoing.

There's no amount of alcohol that is safe to drink when you're pregnant. It can lead to birth defects and learning and development problems. Read on to learn more about fetal alcohol syndrome.

You may have a problem you can't handle on your own, such as trouble with your marriage, a child, or drugs. Or you may be feeling anxious or depressed. In most cases, psychotherapy can help you cope with these and other issues. Many caring professionals provide psychotherapy. Among them are psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and family counselors.