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… someone falls, the more likely it is that they will have a severe fall leading to injuries. You can use the Staying … brain healthy and improves mood Adults aged 65 and older should do at least 150 minutes (about 2 and a half hours) of … surface on outdoor steps Use a bath seat so you can take a shower or bath sitting down Install a toilet seat …
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… the same day. Depending on the type of work you do, you should be able to go back to work or your normal routine in … the same day. Depending on the type of work you do, you should be able to go back to work or your normal routine in … or in front of the chest muscle. The technician may need to take more views than during a typical screening. In some …
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… you have unhealthy behaviours such as smoking. How well you take your medicines as prescribed. Here are the chances of … test shows which type of blood you have. Your blood type should be compatible with the organ donor's blood type. But … side effects of the anti-rejection medicines. If you have severe side effects, tell your doctor right away. Taking …
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… grafting attempts, amputation alone may be recommended for severe pain at rest, non-healing ulcers, and/or gangrene. … of other extremities requires amputation. Infected gangrene should be treated with the goal of getting rid of the … of the extremity as possible. Dead or dying infected tissue should be removed (debridement) as quickly as possible. …
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… happens when the heart or blood vessels don’t work as they should. Eating well and being physically active can help … failure is when your heart isn’t pumping as well as it should. Some people with heart failure need to restrict both their sodium and fluid intake. Learn more: Heart failure: Eating a healthy diet Heart …
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… Tools Health Tools help you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your health. Actionsets are designed … bloating in your belly. Weight loss, loss of appetite, or severe tiredness. Persistent shortness of breath or cough … individual counselling. Your health care team. Your team should be supportive. Be open and honest about your fears …
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… sperm injection (IVF-ICSI). How To Prepare If you take a medicine that prevents blood clots, your doctor may … problems during your test. Your doctor will tell you if you should stop taking any of them before the test and how soon … or when the local anesthetic is given. Other than that, you should feel no pain. Risks There is a small risk of bleeding …
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… (for example, Boost® or Ensure®) to recover from: Surgery Severe injury Serious disease Side effects of medical … to apply for the monthly nutritional supplement. Clients should contact their Income Assistance Office for … to apply for a tube feed supplement if they are unable to take food orally or process food through their …
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… rate (THR / training heart rate) - The rate your heart should beat during exercise in order to get the most … if you’re a 60 year old woman, your target heart rate should be between 75 and 90 beats per minute during a light …
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… birth before to a child with group B strep infection, you should be treated with antibiotics. You should also be treated if you've had tests that show you … birth before to a child with group B strep infection, you should be treated with antibiotics. You should also be …
