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This handout gives steps to follow for qigong exercises to improve sleep and reduce anxiety, depression, and stress. Qigong (“chee-gong”) is an ancient Chinese mind-body practice that improves mental and physical health.

This handout explains how to do quad coughing, a way to help clear secretions from the airway. A helper is needed for this exercise.

This handout for patients getting ready to leave the hospital provides space for them to fill in answers to questions such as "How and when do I take my medicines?"; "What are my activity and diet restrictions?"; "When can I drive?"; "When do I see my doctor again, and what problems should I report?"; and "What numbers do I call if I have any questions?"

This brochure gives an overview of the steps patients need to take before and after kidney transplant. It explains referral, clinic visits, tests, wait time, getting the call for transplant surgery, and more.

This handout explains why University of Washington Medical Center is lowering noise levels throughout the hospital, and how the Intensive Care Units are keeping sounds at a minimum to help patients heal. Included are ways families and visitors can help, and what to expect during "Quiet Times," which are set up from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. to help ICU patients get better rest and sleep.

This handout explains what rabies is. It includes information about how travelers can protect themselves, and what to do after exposure to the virus.

This handout explains what angiography is, how it is done, and possible side effects.

This collection of recipes is designed for patients having radiation treatment for cancer. It includes recipe and diet suggestions to help keep up strength, rebuild tissue, protect against infection, and handle the side effects of treatment better. Sections include: Soups; Dips, Spreads, and Side Dishes; Easy Main Dishes; On the Sweeter Side (fruit treats, smoothies, and classic favorites); Special Solutions (for help with thick secretions, constipation, dry mouth, and taste changes); Protein Waters and Fruit Drinks; and Additives and Special Supplements (low-sugar, high-protein, high-calorie, and high fiber options).

Radiation therapy is often used to treat cancer and other medical conditions. This handout explains radiation therapy and what to expect before, during, and after treatment.

This handout describes the most common side effects from radiation to the abdomen. It includes guidelines for treating or coping with nausea, diarrhea, fatigue, stomach discomfort, difficulty with urination, and skin reactions.

This handout describes the most common side effects from radiation to the brain, what to do to treat or cope with them, and when to call the doctor or nurse. Side effects include skin reactions, hair loss, fatigue, nausea and vomiting, earaches, headaches and other neurological symptoms. A short section on taking steroid medicines to treat these symptoms is included.

This handout describes radiation treatment for breast cancer. It includes what to expect and how to handle side effects, physical changes, and emotional responses.

This handout lists the most comon side effects that occur for patients having radiation to their chest. Many tips are provided to help minimize or manage side effects.

This handout lists the most common side effects during radiation to the head and neck. It gives many tips to help minimize or manage these side effects.

This handout lists the most common side effects during radiation to the pelvis. Many tips are provided to help minimize or manage side effects.

This handout lists the most common side effects that occur for patients having radiation to their chest. Many tips are provided to help minimize or manage side effects.

This brochure explains details about radiation treatment in children, from what will happen to who will provide care.

This handout explains radioactive seed implant treatment for prostate cancer. Included is what to expect during and after the implant procedure, radiation safety precautions, side effects, and follow-up visits at the Urology Clinic and Radiation Oncology.

This handout for UW Medicine patients explains how radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is used to treat chronic knee pain. It includes what to expect when having a trial nerve block and the RFA procedure.

This handout explains radiofrequency ablation (RFA), a treatment to reduce pain. RFA uses radio waves to heat a small area of nerve tissue, which decreases or blocks the pain signals from that area.

This handout explains radiofrequency ablation therapy for thyroid nodules and what to expect during the procedure and recovery.

This handout explains radiofrequency ablation, which "burns" the nerve that is causing pain. Includes an explanation of the procedure, how to prepare, what results to expect, instructions for medicines, activities, side effects, filling out a pain diary, and follow-up care.

This handout explains the purpose of radiofrequency ablation and microwave ablation. It describes what you can expect before, during, and after treatment.  
 

This handout explains how to talk with children when their loved one is seriously ill or has died. It tells how a child might respond to the situation, depending on their age.

This handout gives step-by-step instructions for 7 simple exercises that will help your gain flexibility in your shoulder, arm, and hand. Be sure to check with your physical therapist before trying any new exercises.