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… and congestive heart failure are some of the leading causes of mortality and hospitalization in Canada. These … significant benefits including: Improved lipid profiles and insulin sensitivity Improved coronary perfusion, … Reduced systemic inflammation Reduction in all-cause mortality and potential future cardiac events Improved …
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… cancer recurrence, cancer-specific mortality and all-cause mortality for some types of cancer (research has predominantly focused on breast, colorectal and prostate cancers). Most … (starting with at least 60% of one repetition maximum). Useful resources Canadian Cancer Society Type 'physical …
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… the catheter is inserted. Sometimes, general anesthesia is used. The procedure is done in a hospital where you can be … create heat. This heat destroys the heart tissue that causes atrial fibrillation or the heart tissue that keeps it happening. Another option is to use freezing cold to destroy the heart tissue. Sometimes, …
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… For questions not related to physical activity, please use the General Feedback tab. indicates required fields …
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… Salicylic Acid Bruises and Blood Spots Under the Skin Calluses and Corns Calluses and Corns: Protective Padding Calluses and Corns: Using Pumice Stones Care for a Skin Wound …
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… Overcoming obstacles to taking medicines Asthma: Overuse of quick-relief medicines Asthma: Peak expiratory flow …
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… training or weight lifting). This is any activity that uses your muscles and improves your strength. Here are some …
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… for relaxation, balance, flexibility and muscle strength). Use correct stretching techniques and try to move smoothly. …
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… as they grow: Growing pains Learning disabilities Useful resources Feelings First A resource with information …
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… provider or visit the BC Newborn Screening Program . Useful resources: Newborn blood spot card screening …
