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This handout explains the reasons for having a Caesarean birth, and describes how to prepare for the surgery. It also includes information on the anesthesia (pain medicine) that is used, and what happens after surgery. This document is a chapter in the birth book "Pregnancy and Giving Birth."

This handout is part of the manual "Breastfeeding Your Hospitalized Baby." It explains what will happen at discharge, test weights, renting a pump, and what to expect at home.

This handout is for patients who are ready for Inpatient Rehabiliation at University of Washington Medical Center. It explains the Rehab program, and what to expect during your stay on the Rehab Unit.

This handout is for patients who are having surgery to treat a pheochromocytoma, a tumor in the adrenal gland. It includes a log for tracking your heart rate and blood pressure before surgery.

This handout explains how to prepare when having radiation treatment for prostate cancer at University of Washington Medical Center.

This handout explains how to prepare when having radiation treatment for prostate cancer at University of Washington Medical Center.

This section of the Guide to Your Weight Loss Surgery explains self-care, coping with lifestyle changes, and diet instructions before and after surgery.

This slideshow explains how to prepare for a C-section (Cesarean section) at University of Washington Medical Center. It includes what to expect before and after surgery, and basic self-care at home afterward.

This handout explains how to prepare for your gamma knife treatment at the Gamma Knife Center at Harborview Medical Center.

This handout gives instructions for patients having a procedure at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, WA.

This handout explains how to prepare for a transacatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) when the surgery is done at University of Washington Medical Center. TAVR is used to treat aortic stenosis. The handout contains a sample calendar for keeping track of appointments. Sections include planning for the return home and what to do 2 weeks, 1 week, 2 days, and 24 hours before the surgery.

This handout explains how to prepare for your transcatheter mitral valve repair (TMVr) or transcatheter tricuspid valve repair (TTVr) with the MitraClip. It includes a checklist to keep track of everything you need to do before your procedure day, and a CareMap to let you know what to expect during your hospital stay.

This booklet explains presbycusis and its causes, diagnosis, and treatment such as hearing aids, assistive listening devices and cochlear implants. It also discusses medical therapy and prevention. Illustrations, and contact phone numbers are included.

This booklet explains how presbystasis develops, how the ear works, symptoms of presbystasis, and diagnostic tests such as electronystagmography, computerized dynamic posturography, and rotating chair. It includes explanations of medical therapy and balance therapy. It also addresses follow-up care and safety tips and contains illustrations and photographs.

This handout, authored by the Washington State Department of Health, describes the risks involved in taking opioid pain medicines for acute (short-term) pain. It includes tips on safe storage and correct disposal of left-over pills. It also explains naloxone, a prescription medicine that is used to counteract an opioid overdose.

This handout, authored by the Washington State Department of Health, describes the risks involved in taking opioid pain medicines for chronic (long-term) pain. It includes tips on safe storage and correct disposal of left-over pills. It also explains naloxone, a prescription medicine that is used to counteract an opioid overdose.

This handout, authored by the Washington State Department of Health, describes the risks involved in taking opioid pain medicines for subacute pain (pain that lasts 6 to 12 weeks). It includes tips on safe storage and correct disposal of left-over pills. It also explains naloxone, a prescription medicine that is used to counteract an opioid overdose.

This handout, authored by the Washington State Department of Health, describes the risks involved in taking opioid pain medicines after having surgery. It includes tips on safe storage and correct disposal of left-over pills. It also explains naloxone, a prescription medicine that is used to counteract an opioid overdose.

This handout explains the process of preserving sperm (cryopreservation) before having treatment for cancer. This information is specific to the Male Fertility Lab and the Men's Health Center at University of Washington Medical Center, Seattle.

This handout, called a CareMap, shows what a patient may expect when scheduled for pressure injury flap surgery at Harborview Medical Center. It covers how to get ready for the surgery, what to expect during the hospital stay, and what to expect during the recovery phase in a 24-hour care facility.

This handout gives signs and symptoms to watch for that may mean a pregnant woman is in preterm labor.

Discusses who is at risk to fall and provides checklist of hazards and ways to prevent falls throughout the home. Includes emergency contact numbers.

This flyer details the infection control precautions to follow when visiting oncology patients in isolation.

This handout, for patients on warfarin, explains why nosebleeds occur, the different types of nosebleeds, prevention tips, and treatment.

This handout describes cases, symptoms and prevention of bladder infections. It also covers kidney infection (pyelonephritis) and tells what to do if a bladder or kidney infection is suspected.