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… basic dental care important? Practicing basic dental care: Prevents tooth decay . Prevents gum (periodontal) disease . Gum disease can damage … and makes the trip more pleasant. Saves money. By preventing tooth decay and gum disease, you can reduce the …
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… factor replacement therapy. Replacement therapy can prevent or treat bleeding episodes. You may need to take medicines that help prevent bleeding. You might take medicines at certain times, … What can you do at home? You can take steps at home to prevent bleeding episodes and improve your health. Learn how …
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… Clear the fluid from the middle ear and restore hearing. Prevent future buildup of fluid in the middle ear while they … The temporary tube is placed into the eardrum incision to prevent fluid from building up again. What To Expect Tubes … Ear tube surgery works well to release blocked fluid and to prevent buildup of pressure and fluid in the middle ear. …
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… Stroke Rehab and Your Recovery Concerns of the Caregiver Preventing Another Stroke Medicines for Stroke Prevention Overview How does stroke … home, family, and community. Help prevent problems like falls or a blood clot in a vein (deep vein thrombosis). In …
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… Show this information to family members, friends, or senior centres or other organizations. Avoid high-sodium … Show this information to family members, friends, or senior centres or other organizations. Avoid high-sodium …
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… Breastfeed or chestfeed as much as possible One way to help prevent sleep-related infant death is by breastfeeding or … as well as being smoke-free during pregnancy, can help prevent sleep-related infant death. Avoid exposing your baby … bed. Sleeping on a raised bed also increases the risk of falls. Tips on car seats, carriers and strollers It is not …
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… Eating right. Staying active. Keeping the mind active. Preventing falls. Staying connected If your loved one often feels … Eating right. Staying active. Keeping the mind active. Preventing falls. Staying connected If your loved one often …
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… Risk When To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Prevention Self-Care Medicines … symptoms and call your doctor if they get worse. Can you prevent RSV infection? It's very hard to keep from catching … gets all the vaccines your doctor recommends. Medicines to prevent RSV may be given to babies and children who are more …
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… Risk When To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Prevention Setting a Goal to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes Medicines … How is it treated? The key to treating prediabetes and preventing type 2 diabetes is getting your blood sugar …
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… to walk long distances to get them. Tack down rugs to prevent tripping. Put no-slip tape in the bathtub and install grab bars to prevent falls. An occupational therapist can help you make these and …