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… and stroke Regular physical activity can improve the risk factors related to an initial or recurrent stroke. … brain works (cognition) Quality of life To experience the health benefits of physical activity, experts recommend the … Even doing a little bit of activity can have important health benefits. Useful resources Exercise after Stroke …
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… Radiation Exposure: Risks and Health Effects On this page: Overview … Over time, radiation exposure may cause cancer and other health problems. But the risk of this happening is small. …
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Health Risks Related to Smokeless Tobacco On this page: Overview … Smokeless tobacco products are addictive. They are not risk-free alternatives to smoking. And they are harmful to … slowly start to go away. Your gums should begin to look healthier. Seeing these changes may motivate you to stay …
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… asthma can help you control your symptoms and reduce your risk of asthma attacks . The following statements summarize … and Adults Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … Internal Medicine Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… find it easier to decide to quit using tobacco if you find healthy alternatives that replace your habitual tobacco use. Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family … MD - Psychiatry Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… Menopause and Your Risk for Other Health Concerns On this page: Overview … menopause. Knowing what to expect can help you stay as healthy as possible. What health problems can happen after …
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Personal Action Plan On this page: Overview Overview No matter what your health goal is, creating a specific plan can help you … change? Current as of: October 10, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … Medicine & Christine R. Maldonado PhD - Behavioral HealthPersonal Action Plan …
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… living with prediabetes. Obesity and diabetes increase the risk of developing other health conditions: Obesity increases the risk of heart … conditions Regular physical activity causes a wide range of health benefits in adults even if body weight and blood …
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… chronic kidney disease Chronic kidney disease increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. If you have kidney … or your kidney disease is not yet controlled, see your health care professional before starting a physical activity … physical activity on five days per week. To get maximum health benefits, it is best to do both aerobic (i.e., …
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… Borderline Personality Disorder On this page: Conditions Basics Related … such as abuse, neglect, or the death of a parent. The risk is higher when people who had childhood trauma also … Unfortunately, many people don't seek treatment for mental health problems. They may think that their symptoms aren't …