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… to distinguish from a more serious injury to the brain even when there is no visible bleeding or injury on the outside … sure that a child was conscious following a head injury, a visit to a doctor is needed for further evaluation. Related … Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine …
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… After an Injury in Children On this page: Overview Overview When your child injures his or her genital area, the pain … area, it is important to watch for urinary problems. A visit to a health professional is usually required if your … Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen …
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… Leukemia (AML) On this page: Health Tools When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment … to Call a Doctor Call 9-1-1 anytime you think you may need emergency care. For example, call if: You passed out (lost … to your home. Drive you to appointments. Go to doctor visits with you and take notes. Look for help from other …
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… any new symptoms that develop. Take this form with you when you visit your doctor. Symptoms Describe severity of symptoms and when they started Shortness of breath   Swelling in your …
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… (ALL) On this page: Health Tools Symptoms When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment … to Call a Doctor Call 9-1-1 anytime you think you may need emergency care. For example, call if: You passed out (lost … to your home. Drive you to appointments. Go to doctor visits with you and take notes. Look for help from other …
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… Information Overview A cough that is more noticeable when your child is lying down is usually caused by mucus … , or reflux . But it may mean a more serious problem. A visit to your child's doctor is needed when a cough is … Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine David …
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… Health Tools Cause Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment … having a heart attack and to seek treatment in a hospital emergency room. For many people, the first panic attack may occur at a …
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… Overview A safety plan is a set of steps you can take when you feel suicidal. It includes your warning signs, … support. This may include your doctor or therapist, local emergency rooms, and local crisis hotlines. Think through ways to keep …
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… the glucagon shot or nose spray during a low blood sugar emergency. Learn the steps for how to give glucagon either … tablets or quick-sugar food such as hard candy or juice when the person is alert and able to swallow. Also give the … the person on their side in case of vomiting. Call 9-1-1 . When the person is alert and able to swallow, give a …
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… BC develops, operates and maintains a comprehensive non-emergency health information and advice service to people in … on career opportunities with HealthLink BC, please visit B.C. Public Service – Job Seekers . To learn about career opportunities as a nurse, please visit  Careers at PHSA . Registered Nurses employed under …