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… lung disease are usually treated in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), which is geared to the needs of premature … any problems with your baby's breathing patterns. Nutrition support. Babies with chronic lung disease burn a lot of … the hospital, you will be trained to continue your baby's care at home. For example, you may learn how to: Give your …
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… long it takes will depend on your age and on the dose you received. Young people get rid of radioactive iodine faster … people to radioactivity, it is important to follow these carefully. He or she will instruct you on how far to stay … part of your thyroid gland. Learn more Hyperthyroidism: Should I Use Antithyroid Medicine or Radioactive Iodine? How …
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… long it takes will depend on your age and on the dose you received. Young people get rid of radioactive iodine faster … people to radioactivity, it is important to follow these carefully. He or she will instruct you on how far to stay … not removed during surgery. Learn more Hyperthyroidism: Should I Use Antithyroid Medicine or Radioactive Iodine? How …
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… penicillin in the past. If any of these apply to you, you should receive another antibiotic or have desensitization therapy. … allergy. If the test comes back positive, tell people who care for you that you have a penicillin allergy. It's also a …
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… bee stings or nuts cause a whole-body reaction that can be life-threatening. Read more about allergies and triggers in … epinephrine shot Allergies: rush immunotherapy Allergies: should I take allergy shots? Allergies: should I take shots for insect sting allergies? Allergy …
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… to find any health risks that may affect your anesthesia care. Tell your anesthesia specialist about your health … to find any health risks that may affect your anesthesia care. Tell your anesthesia specialist about your health …
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… ), you may feel some pain going down your arm. Your shoulder and arm may be stiff and hard to move. You may also … described here will help you start moving your arm. But be careful not to overdo it. For example, don't lift anything … described here will help you start moving your arm. But be careful not to overdo it. For example, don't lift anything …
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… yellow fever. Generally, people 9 months of age or older should be immunized with the vaccine for yellow fever if … except under special circumstances. Travellers who should check with a travel medicine clinic or travel health doctor to see if they should be vaccinated include: Pregnant women. Nursing …
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… all types of diabetes. Read about basic meal and snack planning: Just the Basics (PDF, 546KB, Diabetes Canada) Just … in children Caring for a child with diabetes requires careful planning of meals and safe physical activities. Find … Nations Health Authority  Browse through wholistic diabetes care resources, learn about coverage for diabetes items and …
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… appropriate period of time after receiving their dose. They should also carry epinephrine in case they have an allergic … appropriate period of time after receiving their dose. They should also carry epinephrine in case they have an allergic …