Search Results

3866 results found
Health topics
… Impetigo On this page: Related Information What is impetigo? Impetigo (say … the area, wash your hands with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Try not to scratch the sores, … the area, wash your hands with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Try not to scratch the sores, …
Health topics
… Boosting Your Metabolism On this page: Overview Related Information Overview How is it that two people of the same … a little fat and some protein along with carbs. Also limit alcohol and sugar, which have lots of calories but offer no … a little fat and some protein along with carbs. Also limit alcohol and sugar, which have lots of calories but offer no …
Health topics
… Stop-Smoking Medicines On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Several medicines can help you quit … such as seizures or an eating disorder, or if you misuse alcohol. Side effects can include dry mouth, trouble … such as seizures or an eating disorder, or if you misuse alcohol. Side effects can include dry mouth, trouble …
Health topics
… How to Get Birth Control When to Call a Doctor Related Information Overview Birth control is any method … from your doctor or without a prescription at most drugstores. Birth control following pregnancy Talk to your … When to Call a Doctor Call 9-1-1 or other emergency services if you have: Sudden, severe chest pain. Difficulty …
Health topics
… Self-Care Complementary Treatments Getting Support Related Information What is bladder cancer? Cancer … able to help you find counselling or other social support services. Social groups. Social groups can help you meet new … Cancer Treatment Cancer Support: Managing Stress Related Information Preparing for Your Hospital Stay Urinary Tract …
Health topics
… Omalizumab for Asthma On this page: Related Information Omalizumab (Xolair) is … a medicine approved by Health Canada and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in people 6 years of … a medicine approved by Health Canada and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in people 6 years of …
Health topics
… of Suicide in Older Adults On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Suicide rates increase with age and are … Physical disabilities Health Canada and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have issued advisories on … Physical disabilities Health Canada and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have issued advisories on …
Health topics
… and Spondylolisthesis On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Spondylolysis is a defect or fracture … doctor may suggest using non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or acetaminophen. Physiotherapy may help to … doctor may suggest using non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or acetaminophen. Physiotherapy may help to …
Health topics
… HIV: Preventing Infections On this page: Overview Related Information Overview In most cases, HIV causes only a few … sexually transmitted infections (STIs). If you inject drugs, use new, clean syringes and needles every time. Don't … sexually transmitted infections (STIs). If you inject drugs, use new, clean syringes and needles every time. Don't …
Health topics
… Overactive Bladder On this page: Related Information What is overactive … bladder training and exercises. These medicines include: Drugs that calm the bladder muscles, such as oxybutynin, … may cause side effects like dry mouth and constipation. Drugs that help the bladder store more urine, such as …