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… Purifying Your Drinking Water On this page: Overview Related … minute. If you are at an elevation of 1,500 m (5,000 ft) or higher, boil the water for 3 minutes. This is the most … minute. If you are at an elevation of 1,500 m (5,000 ft) or higher, boil the water for 3 minutes. This is the most …
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… Hepatitis C: Your Risk for Cirrhosis On this page: Overview Related … when you were diagnosed. How long you've had the infection. Your age when you were infected. How much alcohol you drink. Your gender. If you are obese and/or have diabetes . If you …
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… Heart Failure: Watching Your Fluids Actionset Overview With heart failure, having … too much fluid in your body can lower sodium levels in the blood. It can also cause symptoms such as swelling. Limiting … program. Can I have alcohol? Alcohol can raise your blood pressure, which makes your heart work harder. Since you are …
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… Keeping your child safe Last updated December 3, 2024 Overview … don’t always recognize dangerous situations. Keeping your child safe requires careful attention. Children of … Keep your child safe from hazards they might encounter at home or in the community: Quick tips: Helping your child …
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… Heartburn: Changing Your Eating Habits On this page: Overview Related … may include chocolate, mint, alcohol, pepper, spicy foods, high-fat foods, or drinks with caffeine in them, such as … weight if you are overweight. Being overweight puts more pressure on your stomach and makes you more likely to have …
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… Questions to Ask About Your Medicines On this page: Overview … the medicine? What will the medicine do (for example, lower blood pressure)? How will I know that this medicine is working? …
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… Protecting Your Child From Infections On this page: Overview Related … to travel to another country. Keeping your child healthy at home, daycare, or school It's impossible to protect your … used by other children. Not to touch other children's blood, urine, stool, or other drainage. Teach your child to …
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… Warfarin: Taking Your Medicine Safely Actionset Overview Warfarin is a medicine that helps prevent blood clots. It is often called a blood thinner. Doctors give warfarin to reduce the risk of …
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… Diabetes: Taking Care of Your Feet Actionset Overview When you have diabetes, your … and attention. Diabetes can damage the nerve endings and blood vessels in your feet, making you less likely to notice … Checklist for Shoes and Socks That Fit Well Diabetes: Checking Your Feet Diabetes: Protecting Your Feet Diabetes: …
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… Introducing Solid Foods to Your Baby On this page: Overview … will try. These foods can come from a jar or be cooked at home. Either way, make sure foods are served soft and … old. Unpasteurized or raw dairy products. Fish that's high in mercury. You'll want to avoid serving fresh or …
