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… be done between 10 and 13 weeks of pregnancy to look for Down syndrome and other serious health problems. But it … at risk for: Genetic conditions or birth defects, such as Down syndrome and neural tube defects . Certain diseases … health decisions. I have a friend whose child was born with Down syndrome. She didn't know about her baby's Down
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… may be at risk for having: A genetic condition, such as Down syndrome . A disease that can run in families, such as … cause a certain disease. You already have a child who has Down syndrome or another chromosomal defect. You want to … My doctor talked to me about the risk of having a baby with Down syndrome. I understand that at my age, the risk starts …
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… toward quitting may help you quit for good. Slowly cutting down the number of times you use tobacco in a day and going … toward quitting may help you quit for good. Slowly cutting down the number of times you use tobacco in a day and going …
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… Orthopaedic Foundation, Canada) This 50-page printable booklet includes advice on returning to physical activity after … pain in different joints. Keep Moving (Versus, UK) This booklet outlines the benefits and importance of physical … on how to be active with various medical conditions. Scroll down to see the guides on Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid …
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… hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), the affected person lies down on a stretcher. The stretcher slides into an acrylic … hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), the affected person lies down on a stretcher. The stretcher slides into an acrylic …
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… planing and scaling cleans between the gums and the teeth down to the roots . Your dentist may need to use a local … planing and scaling cleans between the gums and the teeth down to the roots . Your dentist may need to use a local …
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… genitals. Remove your clothes. Have your partner lie face down. Beginning at the neck, slowly caress and/or kiss your … genitals. Remove your clothes. Have your partner lie face down. Beginning at the neck, slowly caress and/or kiss your …
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… following tips when you plan your daily diet: Avoid or cut down on caffeine. Reducing caffeine intake improves sleep … following tips when you plan your daily diet: Avoid or cut down on caffeine. Reducing caffeine intake improves sleep …
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… and muscular strength. Always warm up and cool down. Never exercise at an intensity that causes shortness … and muscular strength. Always warm up and cool down. Never exercise at an intensity that causes shortness …
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… steps to help him or her. Give him or her directions. Write down the destination, how to get there, and how to get back … many times before. You may want to get a medical ID bracelet for the person so that you can be contacted if he or she … many times before. You may want to get a medical ID bracelet for the person so that you can be contacted if he or she …