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… Quitting Smoking and Avoiding Smoke During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Babies whose mothers breathe other people's tobacco smoke during pregnancy are more likely to have health problems. …
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… How support teams can help during pregnancy Last updated August 3, 2013 When you're pregnant, … Record their contact information and keep it in a safe, easily accessible place.  Partners can be supportive …
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… Diabetes: Travel Tips On this page: Overview … are not sure that temperatures will stay in a range that is safe for your insulin. Put in half the air you usually add … an insulin pump, consider switching to insulin injections during your flight. The change in air pressure may alter how …
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Pregnancy Last updated September 2, 2024 Overview Changes … your baby’s arrival. Healthy eating, emotional support and safety are just some aspects to consider when pregnant. Healthcare providers during pregnancy Deciding on the type of care you’ll receive …
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… totalling 40 weeks. Most babies are born at 37 to 42 weeks. During your pregnancy, you'll have tests to watch for … 1 Avoid fish caught in local waters that haven't tested as safe. Hazardous chemicals, radiation, and certain cosmetic … doctor or midwife if you are at risk for preterm labour . Travel is usually a safe choice until later pregnancy. Talk …
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… How Hospitals and Clinics Keep You Safe During the COVID-19 Pandemic On this page: Overview Related … diagnosed with the virus. And you may be asked if you've travelled to any place that has had an outbreak. The staff …
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During labour Last updated December 3, 2024 Overview The … birth Practicing breathing techniques for labour Problems during labour Labour may not go as smoothly as you planned. … effacement and dilatation Childbirth: Strep infections during delivery Episiotomy and perineal tears Postpartum …
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Pregnancy and Diabetes: Planning for Pregnancy Actionset … and whether you're getting enough folic acid. The safety of any prescription and over-the-counter medicines … you need treatment changes. Possible blood sugar problems during pregnancy. For example, many women have low blood …
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… First Aid Kit for Travellers On this page: Overview … aspirin, ibuprofen, or other medicine for pain or fever. Be safe with medicines. Read and follow all instructions on the … aspirin, ibuprofen, or other medicine for pain or fever. Be safe with medicines. Read and follow all instructions on the …
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Safe Drinking Water Having water that is safe to drink is essential to your health and survival during a long emergency. Knowing how to purify water can …