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Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at higher risk for developing carpal tunnel syndrome. Learning how to modify the use of your hands can help you reduce the risk.

Used needles, lancets, blades, and other sharp devices (known as sharps) can cut or prick you. This can expose you to bloodborne germs. Take time to handle sharps safely.

The SDS gives information on hazardous substances in your work area. Here is an explanation of each section.

You can help prevent illness and injury by reading and understanding the container label for each hazardous substance that you use.

You'll be trained on the hazards of chemicals that you work with. For your own benefit, follow safety guidelines.

Several surgical procedures are used to treat breast cancer. The goal of each is to remove the cancer. Based on medical factors and your own feelings, you and your surgeon will decide which approach may be best for you.

Medicines can help you feel better and stay as healthy as you can. Take your medicines exactly as instructed. Never stop taking medicines or change dosage unless told to by your doctor, even if you feel better. Here are some capsule definitions of medicines that might be prescribed.

The most common way to treat spider and small varicose veins is sclerotherapy.

Shock occurs when the body's supply of oxygen decreases. First aid can slow the progression of this life-threatening condition until emergency medical care is available.