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… and get tips for being active in certain circumstances. Stages of changing behaviour Fitness: Getting around barriers … Overcoming barriers to being physically active for the older adult Quick tips: Fitting physical activity into your …
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… COPD and Alpha-1 Antitrypsin (AAT) Deficiency On this page: Overview Overview What … and the bloodstream. It helps protect the lungs from the damage caused by inflammation that can lead to emphysema and … to develop emphysema and to do so at a younger-than-normal age (30 to 40 years old). AAT deficiency is a rare disorder …
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… Klinefelter Syndrome On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … sex life. Some boys with Klinefelter syndrome have language and learning problems. How is it diagnosed? Klinefelter … for sexual development. If treatment is started around the age of puberty, it can help boys with the sexual development …
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… same for everyone who has atrial fibrillation. But on average, people who have atrial fibrillation are 5 times more … in the brain compared to DOACs. Side effects include skin rash. Warfarin lowers your risk of stroke, but you could … in the brain. DOACs may have side effects, such as a skin rash or stomach upset. DOACs usually cost more than …
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… ADHD: Impulsivity and Inattention On this page: Overview Overview Impulsivity … on others, such as butting into conversations or games. Engage in reckless, risky, or antisocial activities without … shorter-than-expected attention span based on the person's age. People with symptoms of inattention may: Have trouble …
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… Changes in Your Nails On this page: Overview Overview There are many … horn nail" is an unusually thickened nail that occurs with age. Clubbing of the fingers is a condition in which ends of … horn nail" is an unusually thickened nail that occurs with age. Clubbing of the fingers is a condition in which ends of …
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… cries often may be going through a normal developmental stage called the Period of PURPLE Crying® . This stage usually starts at about two weeks, gets worse through … month of life, and stops at about four or five months of age. It's normal for babies to cry more frequently during …
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… History and the Risk for Breast or Ovarian Cancer On this page: Overview Overview If … diagnosed. Having any relatives who were diagnosed before age 50 adds to your risk. Having both breast and ovarian … it adds to your risk. Having an Ashkenazi Jewish heritage. Breast and ovarian cancer rates are much higher among …
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… other childhood healthy weights programs in B.C. On this page: Overview Frequently asked questions For health care … The program is available to B.C. residents between the ages of 0 and 18, and their families. Frequently asked … in the program? The program is available to B.C. residents (ages 0 to 18) and their families. Any child, teen or family …
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… Sickle Cell Disease On this page: Health Tools Cause Symptoms What … of sickle cell disease may quickly develop between ages 6 months and 5 years, after levels of fetal hemoglobin decrease. Older children and adults with sickle cell disease may have …
