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… to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so … whether you take aspirin or not. They include eating healthy foods, getting regular exercise, staying at a … also have a heart-healthy lifestyle. This includes being active, eating healthy foods, staying at a healthy weight, …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is a disease caused by the mpox … close contacts and those at the highest risk of infection. For information on the situation in B.C., please visit BC … on the situation in Canada, refer to the Public Health Agency of Canada: Mpox (monkeypox) . On this page: …
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… to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so … location of the tear. They also depend on your age and the health of your knee. Symptoms may include things like knee … out other knee injuries. Your doctor will check both knees for tenderness, range of motion, and knee stability. X-rays …
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… tobacco and nicotine products Last updated March 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 30b Download PDF Document English … wrapped in leaves and tied with strings Hookah. This is a form of water pipe used to smoke tobacco or tobacco-free … risks and are highly addictive. The best thing you can do for your health is to avoid tobacco and nicotine use …
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… Trabeculectomy (Filtration Surgery) for Glaucoma On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect … new drainage opening, the tissue over the opening rises to form a little blister or bubble, called a bleb. The bleb is … is common). Current as of: October 12, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… Stool Tests for Colorectal Cancer On this page: Test Overview Why It Is … the stool tests during your menstrual period or if you have active bleeding from hemorrhoids. Also, don't test a stool … Colonoscopy Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
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… Subacromial Smoothing and Acromioplasty for Rotator Cuff Disorders On this page: Surgery Overview … home. You will probably need help from friends or family for the first 2 weeks after surgery. Discomfort after … occur. Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… arch, in turn reducing stress on the ligament. Exercises for plantar fasciitis—when combined with other steps such as … relievers—usually succeed in relieving heel pain. Exercises for plantar fasciitis may be especially helpful for reducing … Surgeons. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… HIV testing in pregnancy Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 38a Download PDF Document English … Why should I get tested? HIV testing is important for people to receive early treatment, care and information to manage their disease. This includes information …
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… Sputum testing for Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 51b Download PDF Document English … through Provincial TB Services and public health units. For more information on TB, visit HealthLinkBC File #51a …
