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Consumer advice for medical devices

 

Risks of dermal fillers

Key safety advice for people getting dermal fillers and clinics injecting them

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Buying medical devices online

Check our tips for buying a safe, effective medical device

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Buying medical devices for personal use

Check our tips for buying a safe, effective medical device

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Self-test products

It's important not to rely only on self-tests. Check our tips for buying and using diagnostic tests.

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Safety tips for contact lens wearers

Reduce the risk of discomfort and infection when using contact lens

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Safety tips for blood glucose meters

Use your device correctly to monitor blood glucose levels accurately and safely

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Automated external defibrillators

Make sure your AED is ready for an emergency by storing and maintaining it correctly

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Medical devices in the home

If you've come home from the hospital with a medical device, see advice to help you use it safely

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Implantable medical devices

Advice for devices placed in the body during surgery, like a pacemaker

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