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… November 1, 2021 People with non-dialysis chronic kidney disease (CKD) are 5 to 10 times more likely to die of cardiovascular disease (CVD) than the general public, and the risk for … in CKD stages 3-4. Physical activity and chronic kidney disease Physical activity is recommended for all persons …
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… Ulcerative colitis is a common type of inflammatory bowel disease. Parts of the digestive tract get swollen and have … work. Surgery to remove the colon is the only cure for the disease. What are the long-term risks of the disease? Ulcerative colitis can lower your quality of life. …
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… do not wash their hands after using the bathroom. The disease does not appear to spread from a mother to her baby … has symptoms. As a precaution, though, the U.S. Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that people … You will be placed in isolation to prevent passing the disease to others. Various medicines—including …
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… testing as needed. These health problems include: Heart disease and stroke. Your risk of heart disease and stroke is higher after menopause. This higher … around the belly—all things that raise the risk for heart disease and stroke—also increase around this time. Bone …
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… or "ann-JY-nuh") is a symptom of coronary artery disease. Angina occurs when there is not enough blood flow … buildup in the coronary arteries is called coronary artery disease, or CAD. In many people, plaque begins to form in … heart attack? Heart attacks are usually the result of heart disease, so taking steps to delay or reverse coronary artery …
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… yes, describe briefly. Have I been diagnosed with any new disease or condition? Yes ___ No ___ If yes, fill in the following information. Condition or disease Health professional who diagnosed the condition What … written information or instructions to help me care for the disease or condition I have, such as instructions about …
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… have a condition such as diabetes, HIV, cancer, or heart disease, you may need to pay closer attention to certain … include a bite, a cut, a puncture, a burn, a scrape, insect bites, or any injury that may cause broken skin. You may … of Your Appointment Animal and Human Bites Burns and Electric Shock Ear Problems and Injuries, …
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… he's still thriving. He learned how to cope with heart disease the hard way. Alan had always been healthy and … group at their local hospital. Alan is also a member of the Ticker Kickers, a group of people who have pacemakers or … group at their local hospital. Alan is also a member of the Ticker Kickers, a group of people who have pacemakers or …
