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… toes —will not become severely painful or disabling if you wear shoes with a wide toe box that gives your toes and … pumps or high-heeled shoes, choose shoes with heels that are no more than 5 cm (2 in.) high. Alternate wearing these … the widest part of the shoe. Allow your feet to breathe when they sweat. Avoid plastic or vinyl shoes. Do not have …
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… air, soil, and water. Fish can take in mercury from water. When you eat fish containing mercury, you can also take in the … amount of fish high in mercury isn't a health concern. Fish are part of a healthy diet. But in a fetus or child, too …
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… Overview It can be hard to know if your child is having a mild, moderate, or severe asthma … a doctor if you can't tell how bad your child's symptoms are. In most cases, you can take care of your child's … to watch for, which medicine your child needs to use, and when to call a doctor or seek emergency treatment. Gauging …
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… the towel from the bag and place it on the injured or sore area. Ice pack. Put about 0.5 kg (1 lb) of ice in a plastic bag or ice pack you buy at the store. Add enough water to barely cover the … place it in the freezer until slush forms. Refreeze the bag when the slush melts. You can also buy cold packs that can …
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… may also feel insecure because they know the adults are not being honest. Not telling a child that a loved one … them feel safe and secure. Tell other important adults in your child's life about the recent loss. Child care … the same words your child uses. Speak clearly, but be brief when you explain a loss to your child. Children between ages …
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… this page: Overview Overview A rash in your vaginal area ( vulva ) may be caused by irritation of the skin from … hair shaft ( folliculitis ). A red, tender lump may form when skin bacteria cause an infection at the base of a hair …
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… page: Overview Overview Playgrounds are fun places, but they may have hazards that can cause injury. Following some basic safety measures can help your child have fun and play safely. Find playgrounds that … in the middle of a standard swing. Help your child be safe when on the equipment. Have your child use both hands on the …
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… infection, constipation, and the effects of medicines. If you have problems controlling your bladder, your doctor may: … Emptying your bladder at regular intervals, including when you first wake up and at bedtime. Controlling your … But constipation often occurs after a stroke because you are not drinking enough liquids, are in bed most of the …
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… The ability to set a temporary basal rate: for example, you can tell your pump to give you less insulin while you go … that does not use tubing. Does the pump use batteries that are easy to buy? What extra features the pump has. Is the … you? Will the pump company upgrade your pump at a discount when newer technology is available? Can you purchase …
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… (rehab) for an SCI is typically done in a special centre. You and your family work with a rehab team, a group of … and how it transitions you back into your community. Here are some questions you may ask. General questions Does your … transition be planned? Will I receive self-care materials when I leave the centre? After I leave, will I have a …
