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… Stretching and reaching activities help promote safe and healthy joints and muscles. Here are some precautions to … from your medical doctor or individual counselling with a health professional. It is intended for educational and …
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… are pregnant (positive test), you should speak with your health professional to confirm the results and arrange …
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… Alcohol and Drug Use in Young People Drug Use and Your Health Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Patrice Burgess MD - Family … Addiction Medicine Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Patrice Burgess MD - Family …
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… and the doctor will ask about your and your family's past health. You may have a test that lets your doctor look at a … and the risk of blood clots. You can also follow a heart-healthy lifestyle. Eating heart-healthy foods, being active, and not smoking can help keep …
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… COVID-19 vaccines, is over 65, smokes, or has a serious health problem like asthma, heart disease, diabetes, or an … questions, talk to your doctor or visit your provincial health authority website. Coronavirus … (COVID-19) Current as of: April 28, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Heather Quinn MD - Family …
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… someone you know talks about suicide, self-harm, a mental health crisis, a substance use crisis, or any other kind of … someone you know talks about suicide, self-harm, a mental health crisis, a substance use crisis, or any other kind of … Connections Current as of: March 27, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… water or fluids). Malnutrition (not enough food). Untreated health problems. Pressure injuries (pressure sores). Unclean … to do. To report abuse or to get help, contact your local health authority. Each province has resources to help . Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Elizabeth T. Russo MD - …
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… Getting Started Medicines can help you manage your health, but only if you take them correctly. If you're … you avoid complications that could happen because of your health problem. Talk to your doctor first if: You're having … Your Doctor Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… on one side of the face is damaged by inflammation. Many health problems can cause weakness or paralysis of the face. … be able to take corticosteroid medicines because of other health problems. It's important to remember that most people … Shingles Current as of: August 25, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… for at least 15 minutes. Then call your doctor and local health unit right away. They can advise you on what to do … Central and South America. Contact your doctor or public health unit for more information. Animal … Wounds Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …