Question 1

how can a family be prepared for medical emergencies?

Accepted Answer

Be prepared: Have a fully stocked up to date 1st aid kit handy. Make sure everyone knows how to call 911. If elderly around, best to keep lost of medical problems, medications, allergies on refridgerator door.

Question 2

what are some tips for preparing healthful meals for your family?

Accepted Answer

Healthy Family Meals: I recommend visiting this website for tips and ideas
http://www.familycircle.com/recipes/healthy-eating/family-dinners/

Question 3

global health organisation warn families to prepare emergency family plan with medicine and supplies.?

Accepted Answer

Six basic supplies: 1 water mke sure you have water for basic needs for 3 days
2 food non perishable for st least 3 days
3 first aid and supplies
4 clothing and beddings appropriate
5 tools and special items like flash lights and fresh batteries
6 battery powered communication devices
and dont forget copies of important documents like drivers licence, passports., list of phone numbers
prescription medicines.

Question 4

global health organisation warns families to prepare emergency family plan:  what medicine and supplies.?

Accepted Answer

Six basic supplies: 1 water mke sure you have water for basic needs for 3 days
2 food non perishable for st least 3 days
3 first aid and supplies
4 clothing and beddings appropriate
5 tools and special items like flash lights and fresh batteries
6 battery powered communication devices
and dont forget copies of important documents like drivers licence, passports.
Prescription medicines and over the counter meds.

Question 5

can there be any reason to "prepare" for the death of an elderly family member or friend?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: We can try to prepare for a loved one's death, but we are never ready when it comes. The grieving process is something that we all go through. Having the assistance of a hospice involved in the process can be helpful. They can put you  in touch with a support group as well.

Question 6

what ways can i use for family planning without using contraceptives? im a virgin but want to be prepared just in case.

Accepted Answer

Abstinence: Without the use of contraceptives, the only other effective methods of family planning are abstinence or planning on getting pregnant.  The rhythm method is not particularly useful.

Question 7

we are newly expected parents and fury-friend owners to our beloved 3 dogs for 12 years. we would just like to enquire from a medical perspective whether there are any possible areas of concern or prepare for as our dogs are part of our family.

Accepted Answer

Pets: firstly - congrats on the pregnancy. Best to have time with your dogs prior introducing them to baby, so that they're not too excited and jump on baby. Allow some time for them to adjust to the new scent. Never allow the dogs and baby to be alone. Enjoy the rest of the pregnancy!

Question 8

my husband is about to have gasteric bypas surgery in the next coming months. how can i prepare meals for him and the family?

Accepted Answer

Ask surgeon: Following gastric bypass surgery, the surgeon involved will have a dietary plan that all patients should follow.  Preparing meals for the patient is a good idea, but ask the surgeon about specifics.

Question 9

my helper has head lice. she is invlod in preparing food for my family.  does that cause any health hazard to the food we eat?

Accepted Answer

No food danger: Hopefully she has been treated so your family does not contract head lice from her.

Question 10

if my family has a history of liver failure and needing liver transplants, can i get on a donation list ahead of time to prepare?

Accepted Answer

No.: To get on the list for a liver transplant, you must be in liver failure.  However, you should visit a hepatologist (liver specialist) so that your family's underlying liver disease can be diagnosed and you can receive the proper treatment before your liver fails.

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