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… Leukemia On this page: Health Tools Related Information What is leukemia? … and shrink tumours. Stem cell transplant . This replaces damaged cells with healthy stem cells. They help your bone …
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… Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) On this page: Related Information What is bird flu? Bird … through bird droppings and saliva on surfaces such as cages, tractors, and other farm equipment. Most people don't …
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… Achilles Tendon Problems On this page: Related Information What is the Achilles … that are designed to reduce stress on the Achilles tendon. Related Information Achilles Tendon Tear Swelling Tendon …
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… Contractions During Pregnancy: What to Expect On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Braxton Hicks contractions … uterus contracts to open the cervix . This is the first stage of childbirth. In most pregnancies, this happens at 37 …
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… Blood and Body Fluid Precautions On this page: Overview Related Information Overview What are blood and body fluid … advice if you are pricked by a needle (needlestick). Related Information Dealing With Emergencies Hepatitis B …
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… (Removal of the Breast) for Breast Cancer On this page: Surgery Overview What to expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Related Information Surgery Overview Mastectomy is removal … have. When you wake up from surgery, you will have a bandage over the surgery site. You will also have one or two …
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… Splint Care Tips On this page: Overview Related Information Overview A splint protects a broken bone … swelling is normal.) You have a new fever. There is drainage or a bad smell coming from the splint. Your limb turns …
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… Gastroenteritis in Adults and Older Children On this page: Related Information What is gastroenteritis? … from the tap (including ice cubes) or eat any raw foods. Related Information Dehydration Foodborne Illness and Safe …
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… Inflammatory Breast Cancer On this page: Related Information What is inflammatory … breast cancer treated? Treatment is based on the stage of the cancer and other things, such as your overall …
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… Quick Tips: Healthy Eating on a Budget On this page: Get started Related Information Get started There are ways to make … make your own cookies, cakes, or muffins. Instead of packaged snacks, buy crackers and peanut butter to make your own …
