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… Medicines to Prevent Abnormal Heart Rhythm in Heart Failure On this page: … but it is suspected that a major factor is their ability to prevent ventricular arrhythmias. Other heart failure … management of patients with ventricular arrhythmias and the prevention of sudden cardiac death. Circulation , published …
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… Child Safety: Drowning Prevention in Pools and Hot Tubs On this page: Overview … If you have a pool at your home, use these tips to help prevent drowning tragedies. Get certified in CPR … is opened unexpectedly. Always keep the pool area secure to prevent drowning. Install a power safety cover for when the …
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… Stroke Prevention: Should I Have a Carotid Artery Procedure? … are so that you can talk to your doctor about them. Stroke Prevention: Should I Have a Carotid Artery Procedure? 1 Get … stenting is linked with a higher risk of stroke in people older than 70. footnote 5 Other risks of carotid …
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… Sickle Cell Disease: Preventing Problems and Staying Healthy On this page: … Overview Here are some things you can do to help prevent problems when you or your child has sickle cell … can find problems early. Drink water and other fluids to prevent dehydration. Drink extra fluids before, during, and …
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… Preventing Children's Injuries From Sports and Other … special shoes for support and safety. Mouth guards help prevent mouth and dental injuries. Use a mouth guard for … and knee-savers for baseball and softball catchers. Preventing overuse injuries Any repeated movement or impact …
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… Prediabetes: Which Treatment Should I Use to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes? Decision Point You may want to have … about them. Prediabetes: Which Treatment Should I Use to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare Options 3 … diabetes. footnote 1 , footnote 6 Many people age 60 and older benefit more from making major lifestyle changes. And …
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… Atrial Fibrillation: Which Anticoagulant Should I Take to Prevent Stroke? Decision Point You may want to have a say in … Atrial Fibrillation: Which Anticoagulant Should I Take to Prevent Stroke? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare Options 3 Your … 6 Your Summary Get the facts Your options Take warfarin to prevent stroke. Take a direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) to …
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… Statins: Should I Take Them to Prevent a Heart Attack or Stroke? Decision Point You may … to your doctor about them. Statins: Should I Take Them to Prevent a Heart Attack or Stroke? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare … options Start taking a medicine called a statin to help prevent coronary artery disease and lower your risk of heart …
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… HIV: Preventing Other Infections When You Have HIV On this page: … A medicine is available that, if given promptly, may help prevent measles. Chickenpox and he or she is exposed to … Shingles . Learn how to handle food properly. This can help prevent a foodborne infection. For more information, see the …
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… Aspirin: Should I Take Daily Aspirin to Prevent a Heart Attack or Stroke? Decision Point You may … doctor about them. Aspirin: Should I Take Daily Aspirin to Prevent a Heart Attack or Stroke? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare … example, people's risk of bleeding gets higher as they get older. Your doctor can help you know your risk of bleeding …
