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… connection? Your mind and body are powerful allies. How you think can affect how you feel. And how you feel can affect your thinking. An … response. This stress reaction is good if you need to avoid a mishap or other danger. But if you constantly feel …
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… feet, or buttocks. Many people don't have any symptoms. How is it diagnosed? The doctor can usually diagnose lumbar … be sure you have stenosis or can rule out other problems. How is lumbar spinal stenosis treated? Treatment for lumbar … lower your risk of falling. These steps include trying to remove household hazards, such as throw rugs, and clearing …
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… about child's crying No Concern about child's crying How old are you? Less than 3 months Less than 3 months 3 … or not want to eat. Yes Baby seems sick No Baby seems sick How sick do you think your baby is? Extremely sick Baby is … can use a small rubber bulb (called an aspirating bulb) to remove mucus from your baby's nose or mouth when a cold or …
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… trek, learn about altitude sickness, its symptoms, and how to treat it. Look out for other people in your group. How is it diagnosed? If you are at a high altitude, your … not fly into high-altitude cities. If this is not possible, avoid large meals, alcohol, and being very active after you …
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… drink energy drinks. footnote 2 , footnote 3 One reason to avoid them is that the main ingredient is caffeine. It can … as kola nut or guarana. There has been little research on how these ingredients may affect the body. Sugar. Energy … sports drinks include Accelerade, Gatorade, and Powerade. How are sports drinks useful? Water is usually the best …
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… severe headache that is different from past headaches. How is it diagnosed? An ultrasound test is used to diagnose … carotid artery disease. This test uses sound waves to show how blood flows through your carotid arteries. You may … lifestyle can help lower your risk of stroke. Don't smoke. Avoid second-hand smoke too. Eat heart-healthy foods. Be …
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… health issues, such as a heart or breathing problem. How is it diagnosed? While you are pregnant, an ultrasound and a blood test can show if your baby may be at risk for Down syndrome. Other … for your child's health and well-being. Help your child avoid abuse by teaching them how to be assertive and to …
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… your child's teachers and other school staff know when and how to help manage your child's diabetes. For example, if … as much as possible. A diabetes care plan can also address how to handle special occasions, such as a school party or field trip, so your child won't feel left out. How do you make a diabetes care plan for school? How do you …
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… enhance resilience.  The resources below provide advice on how you can begin and continue having conversations about … use with your kid, teenager, or even your adult children. How to talk to kids Talking openly with kids from an early … are. Providing them with a good example helps them learn how to use drugs appropriately. Through conversation and …
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… of feeling and ability to use your fingers and hand well. How does surgery fix carpal tunnel syndrome? Surgery reduces … a nerve test to see if you are at risk for nerve damage. How well does surgery work? Most people who have surgery for … suggest that you try wrist splints or corticosteroids to avoid or delay surgery. Splints are easy and inexpensive, …