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… an illness of the nervous system that can appear 15 to 50 years after you had polio. It affects your muscles and … your doctor about what medicines can help. Try to stay at a healthy weight. This can help reduce stress on your joints. Eat healthy foods, and stay as active as you can. Use assistive …
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… Learn more Foodborne Illness and Safe Food Handling Food Safety: Storing Handwashing Symptoms Children are more … Handwashing Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … Infectious Disease Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… is damaged cartilage to an area where there is more or healthier cartilage. In osteoarthritis , cartilage breakdown … The idea is to tilt your body weight toward the outer, healthier part of the knee cartilage and away from the … person to postpone a total joint replacement for a few years and is usually reserved for younger people. What To …
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… in Children Growth and Development, Ages 11 to 14 Years Growth and Development, Ages 15 to 18 Years Healthy Habits for Kids Helping Kids Handle Peer Pressure … and Teenagers Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - …
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… Timing. If you can, wait at least 4 to 6 weeks after the birth of your baby before returning to work. This helps … Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family … and Gynecology Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… the placenta is firmly attached to the uterine wall until birth. If the placenta separates from the uterus before the … Problems Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, … and Gynecology Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… and the scrotum. Normally such openings close before birth or shortly after. Hydroceles that appear later in life … Cyst) Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … - Urology, Oncology Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… childhood and puberty. Also, the septum can be deviated at birth (congenital) or because of an injury, such as a broken … Sinusitis Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family … MD - Otolaryngology Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… There are many ways you can add physical activity to your healthy lifestyle, no matter your age or activity level. Ask … activity related questions will be answered by one of HealthLink BC’s qualified exercise professionals. To submit … Please select one of the following: Female Male Age (in years) Postal Code (no space) Enter your physical activity …
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… flap, long-standing, and degenerative tears—those caused by years of wear and tear—generally can't be repaired. Your … the pattern of the tear, and how big it is. Your age, your health, and your activity level may also affect your … anesthesia. Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …