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… October 1, 2023 Cardiovascular diseases can increase your chance of heart attack, stroke and even death. Up to … regular exercise is safe and can improve: The health of your heart and blood vessels Physical fitness and function Quality of life Depression, tiredness and even how your brain functions Experts recommend trying to get up to a …
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… Eating well and being physically active can help keep your heart strong and your blood vessels healthy. Learn how to improve heart … High cholesterol Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in your blood. Having high cholesterol can block blood vessels …
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… Overview Medicine helps you breathe easier and keeps your asthma under control. Daily controller medicines help … before they happen. They also reduce inflammation in your lungs. Quick-relief medicines are used when you can't … in asthma medicine go just to the site of the problem—your lungs. This is different than the kind of steroid …
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… against the lung causes the lung to collapse. This prevents your lung from expanding the right way when you try to … pain. A pneumothorax may become deadly if the pressure in your chest prevents the lungs from getting enough oxygen … diagnosed through a physical examination and a chest X-ray. Your doctor may also do blood tests to measure the level of …
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… pregnancy. It's a soft plastic ring that you put into your vagina. It's also called the vaginal ring. The ring … go without a ring for 1 week. During this week, you have your period. Your period may be very light. Or you may use the ring …
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… after you have completed the physical activity. This helps your heart and body return to their normal state. Cooling down prevents blood from collecting (pooling) in your arms and legs and prevents cramping, increased blood pressure, dizziness, or feeling sick to your stomach. A good cool-down is walking slowly for at …
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… suspect low blood sugar in a child. Mild low blood sugar If your blood sugar drops below 4.0 mmol/L, you may have … of mild low blood sugar. Moderate low blood sugar If your blood sugar continues to drop, your behaviour may change. Symptoms of moderate low blood …
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… and may have similar symptoms. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and any recent travel. The doctor may order a … usually go away on their own after about a week. Treating your symptoms may help you feel better. Take medicine to …
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… Learn what to expect and find advice to help you nurture your toddler's healthy development. Toddler development 1-12 months Learn about your toddler’s development between 1 - 12 months. Cognitive … and language milestones, ages 1 to 3 years Understanding your toddlers temperament Toddler development 12-24 months …
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… Overview A body digit or limb, such as your finger and toe (digits) or hand and foot (limbs), can … toys, pipes, railings, or fences. You may be able to free your digit or limb using home treatment. Blood flow can be reduced or cut off if your digit or limb remains stuck in an object. Immediate …