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Screening for Weight Problems

… child may need counselling and other help to make lifestyle changes for a healthier weight. If your family has a history … risk of having too much body fat. For instance, before and during puberty it is normal for children to have a … child may need counselling and other help to make lifestyle changes for a healthier weight. If your family has a history …

Physical Activity for Weight Loss

… Other ways to improve your strength may involve slight changes to some daily activities. Check with your doctor … new physical activity. If you have chest pain or dizziness during any physical activity, stop and call your doctor. If … Other ways to improve your strength may involve slight changes to some daily activities. Check with your doctor …

Interactive Tool How Well Do You Bounce Back

… overnight. Resiliency develops through gradual, small changes in your outlook on life and careful self-evaluation. … overnight. Resiliency develops through gradual, small changes in your outlook on life and careful self-evaluation. …

Oxygen Treatment for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease COPD

… least 15 hours a day with as few interruptions as possible. During exercise. For some people with COPD, blood oxygen … only when they exercise or are very active. Using oxygen during exercise may help reduce shortness of breath for some … studies that show any long-term benefits from using oxygen during exercise. During sleep. During sleep, breathing …

Making the Most of Your Appointment

… be hard for you. Have a family member or friend with you during your appointment, if possible. He or she can take … there is anything you do not understand. Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor … you keep at home, including new test results and medicine changes. Health Screening: Finding …

Heartburn

… causes no discomfort. Children who often vomit after eating during the first 2 years of life are more likely to have … 12 and Older Self-Care Home treatment, such as lifestyle changes and non-prescription medicines, may be all that's … your heartburn symptoms before and after you make lifestyle changes or use non-prescription medicines so you can track …

Groin Problems and Injuries

… the two groin areas. Groin injuries most often occur during: Sports or recreational activities, such as ice … position. You can pull ( strain ) or tear a groin muscle during exercise, such as running, skating, kicking in … you may need to see a doctor. When to call for help during self-care Call a doctor if any of the following occur …

Foodborne Illness Clostridium Perfringens

… treated? You treat C. perfringens foodborne illness by managing any complications until it passes. Dehydration … and not enough of the important electrolytes that are lost during diarrhea. These kinds of drinks should not be used to … treated? You treat C. perfringens foodborne illness by managing any complications until it passes. Dehydration …

Babys Best Chance Parents Handbook of Pregnancy and Baby Care

Preterm Labour

… Problems with the uterus or cervix. Drug or alcohol use during pregnancy. The mother's water (amniotic fluid) … in your lower back, pelvic area, lower belly, or thighs. Changes in your vaginal discharge. It may increase in amount … Preterm Labour Medicines If your contractions are causing changes in your cervix, or if you have signs of infection or …