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Imagine that you're seated on an airplane, ready for take off. Before the you get into the air, everyone listens to the flight attendants and their instructions about what to do in case of an emergency. They explain the seatbelts and emergency exits, then they get to the part about the oxygen masks. If you listen closely, the flight attendants always point out that if the oxygen masks are lowered, to always put your own mask on before helping others. Don't put your child's, loved one's or even a …

With the end of June hot on our heels, we start looking towards fireworks for the Fourth of July, mid-day swimming, BBQs with friends and family, and even more fun in the sun.  Making sure we take a few precautions in mind, there is no reason not to enjoy these great outdoor activities this summer with your Ostomy.Do not expect to have the same wear time on your pouches in the middle of summer as you normally do the rest of the year.  Your flanges and barriers may melt faster in the heat than ot …

External catheters, also known as condom catheters, are a safe and reliable way to manage male urinary incontinence.  An external catheter is worn like a condom and can be used instead of adult diapers to help manage urinary incontinence. With proper sizing, products, and techniques, condom catheters can be an easy and comfortable way to control urinary incontinence. External Catheter OptionsThere are many different styles and sizes of external catheters. You can choose to use external catheters …

Summertime and the livin' is easyFish are jumpin' and the cotton is highOh, your daddy's rich and your ma is good-lookin'So hush, little baby; don't you cryAt least according to Ella Fitzgerald and George Gershwin that is.  Summer time can be a time filled with concerns about ostomy management for new and experienced ostomates alike. However with a few safegaurds in place, it is easy to relax and enjoy the summer!Traveling with Medications and/or Ostomy SuppliesMany of the Ostomy Supplies you us …

Every day, hundreds of injuries occur in the bathroom. Learn more about common dangers and the importance of bathroom safety.PBEXKRHERCY3Use the code below to share this on your site:<center><a href="https://www.exmed.net/blog/expressmedicalsupply/images/Bathroom-Injuries.jpg"><img src="/Content/Images/uploaded/Bathroom-Injuries.jpg" width="500" alt="Bathroom Injuries Infographic" /></a><br />Infographic by <a href="https://www.exmed.net/blog/expressmedicalsupply …

Asthma is an inflammation of the air passages; this causes a temporary narrowing of the airways that transport air from the nose and mouth to the lungs. Asthma symptoms can be caused by allergens or irritants that are inhaled into the lungs. An asthma attack can be frightening, and in severe cases, it can also be deadly.More Americans than ever before say they are suffering from asthma. It is one of America's most common and costly diseases. Currently, the estimated cost of asthma in the U.S. is …

Since 1998, United Spinal Association’s Disability Etiquette booklet has been distributed across the country to thousands of businesses, schools, and organizations to erase some of the misconceptions about people living with different types of disabilities. The booklet also helps ease the awkwardness that many experience when interacting with someone with a disability for the first time.For someone like myself, who doesn’t have a disability but has been part of an organization such as United Spi …

According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the United States. However, early diagnosis can often lead to a complete cure.  Almost all colon cancer starts in glands in the lining of the colon and rectum. When doctors talk about colorectal cancer, this is usually what they are talking about. There is no single cause of colon cancer. Nearly all colon cancers begin as noncancerous (benign) polyps, which slowly develop into can …

It's estimated that 1 out of every 15 Americans are affected by sleep apnea and most are unaware that they even have it.  This infographic explains the condition, who is at risk and the affect that it has on the body.Only a doctor can diagnose sleep apnea, but if left untreated the affects of sleep apnea will continue to get worse over time. The good news is that there are many treatment options available; from simply changing sleep positions, the use of a CPAP (Continous Postitive Airway Pressu …

March is Colon Cancer Awareness month and as such we will be presenting more articles and information about Colorectal cancer this month.  Colorectal cancer is cancer that occurs in the colon or rectum. Sometimes it is called colon cancer, for short. As the drawing shows, the colon is the large intestine or large bowel. The rectum is the passageway that connects the colon to the anus.Colon cancer, when discovered early, is highly treatable. Even if it spreads into nearby lymph nodes, surgical tr …