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  2. United States Department of Health and Human Services

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    Website. www.hhs.gov. The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is a cabinet-level executive branch department of the U.S. federal government created to protect the health of the U.S. people and providing essential human services. Its motto is "Improving the health, safety, and well-being of America". [3]

  3. Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state - Wikipedia

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    Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS), also known as hyperosmolar non-ketotic state (HONK), is a complication of diabetes mellitus in which high blood sugar results in high osmolarity without significant ketoacidosis. [4][5] Symptoms include signs of dehydration, weakness, leg cramps, vision problems, and an altered level of consciousness. [2]

  4. HHNS vs. DKA: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments - Healthline

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    thirst. frequent urination. nausea, vomiting, or stomachache. confusion, slurred speech, or weakness on one side of your body. Symptoms of DKA can include: frequent urination. extreme thirst. high ...

  5. Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome - Healthline

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    Hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome (HHS) is a potentially life threatening condition involving extremely high blood sugar (glucose) levels. When your blood sugar gets too high, the kidneys try to ...

  6. United States Secretary of Health and Human Services

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    www.hhs.gov. The United States secretary of health and human services is the head of the United States Department of Health and Human Services, and serves as the principal advisor to the president of the United States on all health matters. The secretary is a member of the United States Cabinet. The office was formerly Secretary of Health ...

  7. High Blood Sugar: Complications That Can Happen - WebMD

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    Blood sugar that swings either too high or too low is a common problem when you have diabetes. When it happens suddenly, it can cause you to lose consciousness or even die. Over time, high blood ...

  8. Hyperglycemia (High Blood Sugar): Symptoms, Causes, More

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    HHS is a rare condition that appears most often in older adults with type 2 diabetes. It may be accompanied by a trigger, such as an illness. When blood glucose levels are high, the kidneys ...

  9. Diabetic Emergencies: What to Do When Someone Is In a ... - WebMD

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    Help them get what they need to follow the 15/15 rule: Eat 15 grams of fast-acting carbs (3-4 glucose tablets or gels, 4 ounces of fruit juice or regular soda, or a tablespoon of honey or sugar ...