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… or be physically close to them. Someone gives consent when they know exactly what they are being asked to do, and … in their knowledge. Be clear about what consent means and when it's needed. Here are some talking points: To give … sexual activity. Many things shape a parent's opinion about when it's okay for their children to start to have sexual …
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… Antibiotic resistance Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria are able to resist drugs that were previously … then exchange this ability with other types of bacteria. When resistance to a particular medicine is widespread, the … these antibiotics. So doctors try to use these drugs only when appropriate and necessary. This reduces the chances of …
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… treat it. FAQs What is sleep apnea? You have sleep apnea when your breathing is often blocked or partly blocked while … on obstructive sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea happens when the airways in your nose, mouth, or throat are blocked … with your quality of life. It can make you too sleepy when you should be awake. It also is linked to problems such …
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… during, and after you are active. This is very important when it's hot out and when you do intense exercise. You can also drink an … during, and after you are active. This is very important when it's hot out and when you do intense exercise. You can …
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… FAQs What is menopause? Menopause is the point in your life when you permanently stop having menstrual periods. After 1 … flashes you have. And they can make hot flashes less severe when you do have them. To manage symptoms before you start … of hot flashes you have, and it makes them less severe when you do have them. Lowers your risk of osteoporosis. …
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… the cartridge to release the nicotine. Use the inhaler when you crave a cigarette. When you feel the urge to smoke, hold the inhaler between … puffs to get an effect, about 3 to 4 times more puffs than when you smoke a cigarette. Replace the cartridge after …
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… reduce our risk of pregnancy. Matt, age 27: My dad told me when I was a teenager that birth control is a man's … methods Lily, age 32, and Shaquille, age 34: Two years ago when Shaquille and I decided to wait and get married after I … and the ring because they are short-term birth control, so when we decide we're ready to have a family, we'll be able …
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… reduced ejection fraction (systolic heart failure) happens when the muscle of the left ventricle cannot pump blood … ejection fraction (diastolic heart failure) happens when the left ventricle cannot fill properly with blood … heart failure High-output heart failure can happen when the body's need for blood is unusually high. The heart …
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… or Burn On this page: Overview Overview When you touch a light switch to turn on a light, you may … current enters the body and also where it leaves the body. When electricity passes though your body, the electricity … a lightning strike. A direct lightning strike can occur when a person is holding or wearing metal objects. Lightning …
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… to develop moral emotions. They feel ashamed or guilty when they do something wrong. When bad things happen, young children may feel responsible … to develop moral emotions. They feel ashamed or guilty when they do something wrong. When bad things happen, young …
