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… will be checked. Your urine may be checked for bacteria, protein, or sugar. Your doctor or midwife will listen to … will be checked. Your urine may be checked for bacteria, protein, or sugar. Your doctor or midwife will listen to …
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… when cancer is in the body. Tumour markers can be hormones, proteins, enzymes, or other substances. Some conditions that … when cancer is in the body. Tumour markers can be hormones, proteins, enzymes, or other substances. Some conditions that …
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… as cups, soap dishes, and even the soap. Label and mark Use high contrast when you make labels, signs, and other … a white background. Post signs at eye level. Use coloured, high-contrast labels to "colour code" medicines, spices, foods, and other items. Label any medicines you take so that …
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… the following. Prescription medicines Some medicines for high blood pressure Most medicines for asthma Some medicines … But what if you take medicine for a health problem, such as high blood pressure or asthma? Your doctor or midwife will … mg) of folic acid. footnote 1 You can get it from fortified foods (such as cereals) and supplements. If you are pregnant …
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… following warning signs may be present in adults who have a high risk for suicide: Depression or other mental health … following warning signs may be present in adults who have a high risk for suicide: Depression or other mental health …
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… B vaccine. (Risk of hepatitis B increases if you go to a high-risk country frequently or stay for a long time.) When … 1 minute. If you are at an elevation of 2000 m (6562 ft) or higher, boil the water for 3 minutes. Do not drink tap water … your teeth with tap water or well water. Make sure all foods are cooked well, especially shellfish. Eat only raw …
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