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… COVID-19: People Who Are at High Risk for Serious Illness On this page: Overview …
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… . You use alcohol or illegal drugs, or you smoke. You are younger than 17 or older than 35. You are pregnant with … You will have more visits to the doctor than a woman who does not have a high-risk pregnancy. You may have more … about stop-smoking programs and medicines. Avoid other people's tobacco smoke. Do not drink alcohol. Stay away from …
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… Preventing Falls in Older Adults Who Take High-Risk Medicines On this page: Overview Related … what to expect from your medicines, you can take extra care to prevent a fall. Learn about your medicines. Know the …
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… Information Overview High-risk sexual behaviour puts people at risk for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) , … what makes a healthy relationship. Teens and young adults are at higher risk than adults. Examples of high-risk sexual … multiple sex partners. Having a high-risk partner (one who has multiple sex partners or other risk factors). Having …
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… Comforting a Child Who Has a Respiratory Illness On this page: Overview Overview Here are some ways you can help comfort your child who has a … not give aspirin to anyone younger than 18 because of the risk of Reye syndrome . Prevent dehydration. Encourage your …
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… People Who Need Antibiotics to Prevent Endocarditis On this page: … or fungi into your blood. The antibiotics lower your risk of getting endocarditis . These heart conditions … all other health professionals who may treat you that you are at risk for endocarditis. Your doctor can issue you a …
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… Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol Last updated May 25, 2023 … Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in your blood. There are two main types: HDL (high density lipoprotein) or 'good' … saturated fat and cholesterol Rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains and plant-based proteins What dietary changes …
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… illness? An environmental illness can occur when you are exposed to toxins or substances in the environment that … to improve your health. Actionsets are designed to help people take an active role in managing a health condition. … burning end of a cigarette or smoke breathed out by someone who smokes. Radon. This is a type of gas that can enter …
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… Determining the Seriousness of a Burn On this page: Overview Related … second-, third-, or fourth-degree). First-degree burns are burns of the first layer of skin Second-degree burns . There are two types of second-degree burns: Superficial …
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… Symptoms of COVID-19 Last updated March 28, 2025 On this page: COVID-19 … common cold. Symptoms may vary from person to person. Some people may experience mild symptoms, while others have more … COVID-19 to others. To learn more about self-isolation, who should self-isolate and ending self-isolation, visit BC …
