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… (BMI) On this page: Overview Overview Your body mass index (BMI) and waist size affect your risk of type 2 diabetes , high blood pressure , high … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… the instructions that come with the medicine, or follow your doctor's instructions. Salicylic acid may take weeks to … medicine in the morning. Avoid getting salicylic acid on your unaffected skin. Salicylic acid should touch only the … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… the Doctor On this page: Overview Overview Use this form if your doctor recommends a special treatment, such as … a second opinion. Ask whether the treatment is covered by your provincial health plan or private insurance. If it is … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… Overview Overview What you pack in your first aid kit will depend on where and how long you … Extra pair of prescription glasses or contacts Talk to your doctor about which of the following medicines to … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… sooner than 48 hours after the injury. To avoid burning your skin, do not use anything that feels too warm. Think it … or have areas of chronic numbness, do not use heat unless your doctor has told you to do so. Lack of feeling in the … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… But they can pass the sickle cell gene on to their children. Testing positive for sickle cell trait doesn't … mean that you need to have treatment or make changes in your activities. But in some cases, a person with sickle … Do this especially during intense activities. Increase your level of performance gradually. Stop right away if you …
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… Having palpitations means that you are unusually aware of your heartbeat. Some people describe them as: A "fluttering" … Light-headedness. If you have an arrhythmia that causes your heart to beat too fast or too slow, you may feel … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… 20 minutes at a time. Put a thin cloth between the ice and your skin. Injecting anything into a joint or tendon has a … shots in a year. Although these problems rarely happen, your doctor may mention them to you before you get a shot … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… bites: Treat animals for fleas. Do not let pets sleep on your bed. Vacuum rugs daily. You may need to exterminate the … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the …
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… you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your health. Actionsets are designed to help people take an active role in managing a health condition. Diabetes in Children: Treating Low Blood Sugar Diabetes: Dealing With … Prev Next > slide 2 of 6, Insert the needle., Keeping your fingers off the plunger, hold the syringe like a pencil …