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… thermometer should I use? A digital thermometer is best for taking temperatures by the armpit and mouth. Fever strips … of infection. NCIT’s are not the recommended temperature taking method for children. Speak to a pharmacist if you … rectal temperature. Always wash your hands before and after taking your child’s temperature. For more information on …
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… Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol Last … cholesterol can block blood vessels over time and lead to a heart attack or stroke. To help lower LDL, follow a … Canada's Food Guide and the Mediterranean diet are also heart healthy styles of eating. All these ways of eating …
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… Healthy eating guidelines for people taking warfarin anticoagulants (Coumadin®) Last updated … can form in the body and block blood flow. This can cause heart attack, stroke, deep vein thrombosis and other serious … as garlic pills, flax seed oil, and fish oils) and herbal medicines (including herbal teas). Many natural health …
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… and others by knowing when to wash your hands. How should I properly wash my hands? To properly wash your hands, or your child’s hands, follow the … not visibly dirty. How should I wash my baby’s hands? To properly wash your baby’s hands, follow the steps below: …
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… you need before you go Know and stay within your limits Taking the essentials Always carry the essentials and know … and location. See www.adventuresmart.ca/the-three-ts/#takingtheessentials . What are other tips to consider? … an emergency. Don’t depend solely on technology Equipment failure and lack of reception can happen in the outdoors. …
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… if you: Have a weakened immune system Have chronic renal failure Have congestive heart failure Have insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus Have … of infected people. People who use the bathroom without properly washing their hands after can pass the bacteria on …
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… wet, or if the repellant is rubbed off your skin. How can I properly use insect repellents? Tips for proper use of …
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… including the lungs, joints, and the membranes around the heart and brain. This can cause infections of the blood, … those with chickenpox, people with diabetes, chronic heart or lung disease, and people who are dependent on … the heart’s valves which can lead to congestive heart failure or swelling of the lining of the heart. It is a rare …
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… untreated, malaria may cause seizures, anemia, jaundice, heart failure, kidney failure, respiratory distress, coma and even … with food and plenty of water to reduce stomach upset. Taking anti-malarial mediation does not guarantee that you …
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… or vision loss, dizziness ) or cause damage to your brain, heart and other organs in your body, which can lead to … was effective. Will my birth control pills work if I am taking antibiotics? There is very little evidence to show …
