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… On this page: Overview Overview If you have certain heart conditions, you may need to take … Antibiotic resistance Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria are able to resist drugs that were previously …
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… from the body. Chelation means "to grab" or "to bind." When EDTA is injected into the veins, it "grabs" heavy … the body through the kidneys. Some health professionals have also used chelation therapy to treat atherosclerosis … which can damage arteries. The theory is that when you remove metals that flow freely through arteries (such as …
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… On this page: Overview Overview After you have had a seizure , it can be difficult to predict whether … an imaging test is needed and how soon it is needed. When deciding to start treatment, you and your doctor can …
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… Register your pregnancy for prenatal care Last updated April 15, 2015 … support during and after pregnancy by registering with your local health authority. Community support and prenatal … Health Vancouver Coastal Health (PDF,106KB) Not sure what health authority you live in? Search by community name. …
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… infection can spread easily in the home. This may happen when items around the house become soiled or when you come into contact with body fluids, such as blood or … hands often and wear a mask if you are around people who have colds or influenza (flu). Make sure to wash bedding …
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… need to stay clean and dry. For the first bath, it helps to have someone experienced with you. Often, the nurses in the hospital will show you how to … to use after the bath to avoid dropping a slippery baby When washing, think cleanest to dirtiest. Wash the eyes and …
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… often swallow air during feeding. It is important to burp your baby during and after feeding. Swallowed air may cause a baby to be upset and have colic behaviour. Aerophagia is a condition where large … tips can help you prevent swallowing air. Take your time when you eat and drink. You are more likely to swallow air …
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… 12, 2013 Let down is the release of milk into milk ducts in your breast. It usually happens when your baby sucks. You may even experience let down when … Others may feel a tingling sensation. And some may have a very strong sensation or discomfort. Other signs of …
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… and how severe it is. Allergic rhinitis is: Intermittent if you have symptoms fewer than 4 days a week or fewer than 4 weeks … according to the kind of allergens a person reacted to and when the reactions occurred. Seasonal allergic rhinitis …
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… fish separately from other food items. Go home as soon as you finish shopping so that you can store all foods … board with hot, soapy water between each use. If you have a dishwasher, wash your knives and cutting boards in it … on food packaging. Food labels provide information about when to use the food and how to store it. Read food labels …
