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What Is A1c? On this page: Overview Overview An A1c test is a blood test that checks your average blood sugar level over the past 2 to 3 months. … does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of …
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… Staying Aware of What Your Child Is Doing Online On this page: Overview Overview … does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of …
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… Congenital Heart Disease: Caring for Your Child On this page: Overview … to know this in case your child stops breathing. Learn what to do if your child has "blue spells." These may happen …
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… Cold Exposure: What Increases Your Risk of Injury? On this page: Overview Related … as trench foot or chilblains, can develop gradually in moderate temperatures, especially when the skin is wet. Wet …
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… in your leg arteries too. Our topics can help you see what tests, lifestyle changes, and treatments are right for … Exposure Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD) Interactive Tool: What Is Your Target Heart Rate? Interactive Tools …
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… Diabetes: Lower Your Risk for Heart Attack and Stroke On this page: Overview … smoking, getting exercise, and staying at a healthy weight. What increases your risk? When you have diabetes, your risk … at home, do your best to keep your blood sugar within your target range. Know your blood pressure. Think about taking …
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Heart Failure On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call a …
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… Surgery: What to Expect On this page: Overview Health Tools Before … you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your health. Decision Points focus on key medical care …
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Heart Block On this page: Health Tools What is heart block? Heart block refers to an abnormality in … require treatment. But this type of heart block may raise your risk of heart rhythm problems, such as atrial …
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Heart Attack and Stroke in Women: Reducing Your Risk On this … their risk of heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. What causes heart disease and stroke? A process called …