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… part of the body other than the genital area, it may cause disease in that part of the body. In general, complications … part of the body other than the genital area, it may cause disease in that part of the body. In general, complications …
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… These include asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). If you have asthma, it can be used with … These include asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). If you have asthma, it can be used with …
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… illness. Having HIV puts you at a higher risk for foodborne diseases, so learn how to prepare and store food safely. For … illness. Having HIV puts you at a higher risk for foodborne diseases, so learn how to prepare and store food safely. For …
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… certain countries in South America and Africa where the disease is active. In Canada, the vaccine is available only … certain countries in South America and Africa where the disease is active. In Canada, the vaccine is available only …
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… can help Canadians reduce their risk of developing chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and certain types of cancer. Health Canada … health and may reduce the risk of developing some chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, …
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… write down any thoughts that come to you. What if you had a disease that couldn't be cured? Would you want to be given … lead to your death if it's not treated? What if you had a disease that gets worse over time and affects your movement or memory, such as Parkinson's disease or Alzheimer's disease? Would you want to be given …
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… Risks Along with the general risks of surgery, such as blood loss or problems related to anesthesia, complications … pain. Stiffness or a frozen shoulder . Infection. Nerve or blood vessel injury. Fractures . If too much bone gets … Risks Along with the general risks of surgery, such as blood loss or problems related to anesthesia, complications …
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… wiggle them every now and then. This helps move the blood and fluids in the injured limb. Prop up the injured … trouble moving your fingers or toes. You have symptoms of a blood clot in your arm or leg (called a deep vein … wiggle them every now and then. This helps move the blood and fluids in the injured limb. Prop up the injured …
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… one or more big goals in mind, like controlling your high blood pressure or lowering your cholesterol. Are those goals … goals small steps. For example, if you want to lower your blood pressure, a small step would be to limit the amount of … one or more big goals in mind, like controlling your high blood pressure or lowering your cholesterol. Are those goals …
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… dehydration, headache, muscle cramping, and changes in blood pressure and pulse rate may occur. Symptoms typically … become ill from eating the same things. A stool culture and blood tests may be done if your symptoms are severe or to … dehydration, headache, muscle cramping, and changes in blood pressure and pulse rate may occur. Symptoms typically …