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… risk of serious bleeding. So it's important to know how to take them safely. How do you take blood thinner medicine safely? This information is for … other emergency services right away if: You have a sudden, severe headache that is different from past headaches. You …
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… so that your medication works at its best. Steps you can take Follow a healthy and well-balanced diet. You do not … 60 Cabbage, raw 1 cup shredded 56 *Nutrient information taken from Canadian Nutrient File (2015) … Other tips: Vitamin and mineral supplements If you take a vitamin or mineral supplement that contains vitamin …
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… Domestic Violence: Checklist of Things to Take When You Leave On this page: Overview Related … want to save this information but don't think it is safe to take it home, see if a trusted friend can keep it for you. … in case you need to leave suddenly. If you have children, take them. And take your pets, too, if possible. Checklist …
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… Hysterectomy and Oophorectomy: Should I Use Estrogen Therapy (ET)? Decision Point You may … the number of hot flashes you have, and it makes them less severe when you do have them. ET also helps with other early … And you may be able to prevent bone thinning if you take vitamin D supplements, eat foods that are rich in …
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… Coronary Artery Disease: Should I Have Bypass Surgery? Decision Point You may want to … artery bypass surgery. No matter what you choose, you still take medicines and have a heart-healthy lifestyle. This … improve blood flow to the heart muscle in people with severe coronary artery disease . In most cases, bypass …
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… Advance Care Planning: Should I Stop Kidney Dialysis? Decision Point You may want … can talk to your doctor about them. Advance Care Planning: Should I Stop Kidney Dialysis? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare … Whether you decide to continue or stop dialysis treatment, take the time to let others know your wishes about your …
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… Hysterectomy: Should I Also Have My Ovaries Removed? Decision Point You … benefit to removing the ovaries at any age. If you have severe premenstrual syndrome (PMS), removing the ovaries can … 1 to 2 days. Some people stay for up to 4 days. You may take estrogen therapy . If you are at high risk for breast …
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… Ear Infection: Should I Give My Child Antibiotics? Decision Point You may … that you can talk to your doctor about them. Ear Infection: Should I Give My Child Antibiotics? 1 Get the Facts 2 … have to wait at least another 48 hours for the medicine to take effect. Antibiotics can have side effects, such as …
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… Uterine Fibroids: Should I Have Uterine Fibroid Embolization? Decision Point … to surgery. You have other health problems , such as severe lung or liver disease, that make it risky for you to … have this procedure Don't have this procedure You could take over-the-counter pain medicine. You could take hormones …
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… Temporomandibular Disorder: Should I Have Surgery for Jaw Pain? Decision Point You may … that you can't live your life normally. There are specific, severe structural problems in your jaw joint. Compare your … you need to do before you make this decision. I'm ready to take action. I want to discuss the options with others. I …