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Malaria prevention

… You should also be careful to avoid mosquito bites. Seek medical attention immediately if you develop a fever while …
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Community evacuation information for seniors

… conditions or medications. Show them how to use specialized medical mobility equipment, such as lifts, wheelchairs or … prescription medications or other supplies required for medical conditions Personal toiletries Phone charger and … items: Personal papers and photo identification A medical history or summary of your health including any …
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Prenatal ultrasound

… These prenatal ultrasound scans provide important medical information that will help you and your health care … ultrasound? A prenatal ultrasound scan is a painless medical procedure ordered by your physician, midwife or … so, what type of ultrasound method you prefer. Most often, medical ultrasounds are 2 dimensional (2D). This creates a …
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Health advice for travellers

… before your trip to get the immunizations you need Buy medical insurance Make or buy a first aid kit for common … about your trip. Ask your doctor for a letter stating your medical history and prescribed medications. Carry a medical aid kit with medications, and other supplies you …
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Hearing loss in adults

… conductive hearing loss can be temporary and often can be medically or surgically treated. Those that cannot be treated medically or surgically may be recommended to wear a hearing … This type of hearing loss should be considered a medical emergency. Anyone who experiences these symptoms …
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Quitting smoking

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Seniors falls can be prevented

… do fall, report it to your health care provider and discuss medical, environmental and lifestyle factors which may have …
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Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… because of normal aging, medications, dental problems or medical treatments like surgery. They can also start because … certificate Is knowledgeable about each person in care’s medical conditions, including their risk of choking and …
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Travelling with children

… 2 years of age who have a lot of diarrhea should receive medical care. Take your child to a health care provider …
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Managing constipation with diet adults

… likely to improve your constipation if a medication or a medical condition caused it. Can eating prunes or drinking … check with your health care provider first. If you have a medical condition or are pregnant, it is important to always …