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… this page: Cause What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor … to get pneumonia if you: Smoke cigarettes. Have another medical condition, especially lung diseases such as chronic … close together, such as a university dorm or nursing home. Prevention Getting COVID-19, pneumococcal, and influenza …
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… Strep Throat On this page: Prevention Symptoms When to Call a Doctor Examinations and … like acetaminophen can help relieve pain and reduce fever. Prevention Try the following ideas to help prevent strep throat. Avoid contact with anyone who has a …
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… You might take a medicine (called a blood thinner) that prevents blood clots before and after the procedure. This … lowers your risk of a stroke. Other medicines to help prevent the return of heart rhythm problems … Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - Cardiology, …
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… Overview The following tips on good footwear may prevent toe, foot, or ankle problems or injuries. Have your … and feet. Look for shoes that do not have seams. This will prevent rubbing or irritation of the skin. Find comfortable … Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency …
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… that help you feel better and live longer. They can help prevent many heart and blood vessel problems. What about … and natural health products. That information will help prevent serious problems. Always be sure you get specific … Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Martin J. …
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… a sealant on the chewing surface of your back teeth to help prevent cavities. Sealants keep food and bacteria from … apply a fluoride solution directly to your teeth to help prevent tooth decay. Your dentist may recommend a series of … Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine …
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… loved one stay in treatment, take his or her medicines, and prevent symptoms from coming back ( relapse ). Along the … needed. Consider family therapy . Family therapy might help prevent relapse and teach you and your loved one to work … Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Donald …
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… Health , 98(2): 244–253. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2011). Vaccine safety: Thimerosal. Available … Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics Adam Husney MD - … Health , 98(2): 244–253. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2011). Vaccine safety: Thimerosal. Available …
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… as your doctor tells you, to keep it clear of blood and prevent clotting. If it ends in more than one line (lumen), … will usually lie down when you flush the line. This helps prevent air from getting into your vein. Preparing the … Current as of: November 30, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine …
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… deep breaths. Deep breaths can help open your airways and prevent fluid or mucus from building up in your lungs, and … it easier for you to breathe. Using the device can help prevent serious lung infections like pneumonia, improve your … Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine …
