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… Overview Exercise is an important part of cardiac rehab. You may do some new exercises and may be asked to monitor … of perceived exertion (RPE). This tells you how hard you are exercising. It is important to keep your heart rate from … cardiac rehab on your own without close supervision. What are the benefits? Everyone can benefit from exercise. But if …
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… Pumping breast milk Last updated August 12, 2012 Once you have your breastfeeding routine well established - … include preterm or sick babies or when mother and baby are separated. Optional: You choose to pump because you … If you continue to express your milk when you go home and already have a pump, bring it into the hospital and compare
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Your Substitute Decision-Maker: How to Choose Someone On … this page: Overview Overview A health care agent is someone you choose in advance to make health care decisions for you if you can't speak for yourself. A …
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… is used to prevent pregnancy. It looks like a bandage. You put it on the skin of your belly, rear end (buttocks), … choose the birth control method that is right for you. What are the advantages of using the birth control patch? The … It's easy to check to see if you forgot to put one on. What are the disadvantages of using the birth control patch? The …
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… Overview A traumatic event is a very upsetting event that you see or that happens to you or a loved one. It may … as: Feeling hopeless or that the world and other people aren't safe. Being overwhelmed by certain emotions, such as … your doctor, nurse advice line, or counsellor. If you are feeling hopeless or like you might harm yourself, get …
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… Choosing a Health Care Provider On this page: Overview Overview Choosing a doctor or other health care provider is very important. The relationship you have with your health care provider greatly influences …
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… is an inherited blood disorder that causes your body to make less hemoglobin or abnormal hemoglobin. … Severe anemia can damage organs and lead to death. What are the types? There are two main types: alpha and beta. Beta thalassemia is the …
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… On this page: Overview Overview What are patient rights? As a person receiving health care, you have certain rights. Federal laws protect some of …
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… of the person we most want to be. Exploring what's holding you back A good place to start is to ask a simple question: … fuel your own body and mind can bring great benefits. Here are some examples: Take more time to do things for yourself, … stress and feel better? What might make it easier? What are some things that might bring you joy? Which of these …
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… if diet and medicine recommendations for heart failure are not closely followed. Medicine and diet therapy are most effective when used together in the treatment of heart failure. Taking your medicines and following the diet your doctor has …