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Getting Ready for Surgery Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction (CCPR)

Learn more about what to expect when getting ready for surgery at the Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction.

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Bone Marrow Transplant: Isolation Procedures

There are two types of bone marrow transplant isolation procedures: modified and strict. 

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Elbow Immobilizers (Welcome Sleeves)

Elbow immobilizers, also known as welcome sleeves, are put on the arms of infants and young children following certain types of surgeries or procedures.

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Nasoalveolar Molding (NAM)

This Helping Hand™ explains how nasoalveolar molding (NAM) is used to treat cleft lips and cleft palates.

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Dental: Cavities in Baby Teeth

How to prevent cavities in baby teeth.

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Exercise for Fitness

Your body is like a machine. Exercise helps all the parts of your body work their best. You need to exercise regularly to stay healthy and fit.

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Hypnosis

Hypnosis is a state of increased awareness. It happens when a person intensely focuses his or her attention.

Allergy to Latex

Latex is the milky sap from the rubber tree. It is used to make many rubber products that are used in the hospital and home. Signs of a latex allergy include skin rash or scaliness, itching, hives, swelling, watery or puffy eyes, sneezing, coughing, wheezing or difficulty breathing.

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Saliva Cortisol Test Collection Guidelines

A saliva cortisol test is done to measure the level of cortisol, a hormone in saliva. Cortisol is made by the adrenal gland, located on top of each kidney. Cortisol has many functions. It helps the body use sugar (glucose) and fat for energy (metabolism). It also helps the body manage stress. Many conditions can affect cortisol levels, such as physical or emotional stress, strenuous activity, infection or injury.