Recovery after open heart surgery or a sternotomy involves safe movement and precautions. Learn about the “move within the tube” approach.

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Undergoing a heart or lung transplant is a significant event that comes with potential risks such as bleeding, infection, and complications from surgery or medication. Critical post-transplant testing ...
This post explores general and practical information about preparing and taking medications after a heart / Lung transplant. It is extremely important that you never run out of medications after a ...
"An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." — Benjamin Franklin How To Avoid Infections At Home Infections can pose significant risks, especially for those with compromised immune ...
Heart failure can result from various underlying conditions and can affect overall quality of life and life expectancy. This post explores the causes, symptoms and treatment options. Quality of life ...
"To die will be an awfully big adventure." M. Barrie's Peter Pan Personalising Your Final Farewell Plan your funeral your way by personalising the service and wake to reflect your life's ...
Vaccinations and immunisations pre transplant protect you from a variety of infections once you are immunosuppressed. What vaccinations are required for a heart transplant? Vaccinations ...
If you are like me and struggle with sleep at home or in hospital this is the post for you. Let's talk sleep and insomnia. Tackle sleep deprivation while in hospital. Read tips for better sleep to ...
"To the world, you may be one person, but to one person, you may be the world." – Dr. Seuss Living Organ Donation Living organ donation is a true act of selflessness making it a ...
Recovery after open heart surgery or a sternotomy involves safe movement and precautions. Learn about the “move within the tube” approach.
Unpacking the complex interplay of physical, emotional, psychological and personality changes post-heart transplant.
Learn effective strategies to manage fluid restrictions. Discover tips on limiting fluids, reducing thirst, and healthier dietary choices.
Fluid retention, (oedema), discover the causes, symptoms, management strategies and treatments to manage water retention for optimal health.
Living organ donation is an act of selflessness making it a unique and extraordinary gift. Let’s unpack the altruism of living organ donors.
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