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Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis

… provider or call 8-1-1 for more information. What about physical activity? Physical activity can improve appetite, decrease … check with your health care provider or a qualified exercise professional before becoming more active. For More …

Seniors falls can be prevented

… and preventable. Fear of falling is common, but restricting physical activity and movement to avoid falls can cause further … (such as tai chi) Always ask your doctor, a qualified exercise professional or health care provider about the best …

Heat-related illness

… occurs when you are overexposed to heat or during intense physical activity while it is hot. Most heat-related illness occurs … (UV) radiation is the weakest Avoid tiring work or exercise in hot, humid environments. If you must work or …

Rabies

… into contact with bats that enter houses. If your pet has physical contact with a bat, consult your veterinarian. … a tool such as a trowel or spade to handle it. If you had physical contact with a live bat which can be captured, you … with boiling water If you or your pets have not had physical contact with a bat and it is in your home or other …

Bed bugs

… as anxiety and insomnia. If you are concerned about your physical or mental health symptoms, please consult your … enters your home How can I get rid of bed bugs? There are physical control and chemical options for treating bed bug … to ensure that treatment is completed safely and legally. Physical control methods to treat bed bugs Steaming, washing …

Caffeinated energy drinks

… Too much caffeine can: Disrupt sleep and impact mental and physical health Cause increased heart rate and blood … Powerade®, are designed to rehydrate the body after intense exercise. Some sports drinks are high in sugar. Others … drinks are not needed for most children and teens who are physically active. Water is the best source of hydration. …

Preventing abuse and neglect of older adults

… adults? Abuse and neglect can take many forms including physical, emotional, financial, sexual, spiritual or social. … Most people do not intend to become abusive or neglectful. Physical abuse includes violence, inappropriate restraint, … over the situation. In general, older adults have less physical strength and they are less able to defend …

Pregnancy and alcohol use

… The effects of FASD include problems with motor skills, physical health, learning, memory, attention, communication … your use of cigarettes and other drugs Balance rest and activity Reduce your stress. Find healthy ways to relax and … meditation, yoga, going for walks or taking part in other physical activities, having a warm bath, or talking with a …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… skills such as identifying and dealing with feelings, physical skills such as fine and gross motor skills, and … games, ideas that can be used to support and encourage physical activity early on, and is updated on a weekly basis. Play …

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease CJD

… sleeping Behavior changes Impaired vision Abnormal physical sensations Difficulty with voluntary coordination … images using MRI scans Recordings of the brain’s electrical activity using EEG The diagnosis can only be confirmed … CJD? There is currently no cure for CJD. Treatment involves physical and occupational therapies. A person with CJD …