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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is toxic shock syndrome? Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is … to them. What are the symptoms of TSS? Symptoms of TSS include flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache and muscle … cup or after a surgery or skin injury, contact your health care provider immediately. What should I do if I think I …
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… Conditions Basics Conditions Basics What is dengue fever? Dengue (say "DEN-gay") fever is a … prevent it? People can get the virus more than once. If you plan to travel to an area where dengue fever is common, make … for use on children younger than 6 months. Always be careful when using insect repellents, especially on …
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… page: What is a molar pregnancy? A molar pregnancy means that … that may increase your risk of having a molar pregnancy include: Age. The risk for complete molar pregnancy steadily … friends, a counsellor, or a spiritual advisor. How can you care for yourself? Take your medicines exactly as …
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… Document Spanish Document Tagalog Document Vietnamese What is Tuberculosis? Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious disease … if you have ever been exposed to TB. It tells your health care provider if your body has “seen” the bacteria before. … health care provider. Symptoms of TB disease in the lungs include a cough for 2 to 3 weeks or longer, bloody spit, …
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… Nervosa On this page: Condition Overview Cause Symptoms What Happens What Increases Your Risk When To Call … Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Prevention Self-Care Medicines Surgery Other Treatment … by examining your relationships and emotions. To develop a plan to learn proper coping skills to prevent future …
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… Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so that you can talk to your doctor … bleeding. If you take any anticoagulant, you need to be careful to avoid serious bleeding by preventing falls and … all of this cost may be covered by your provincial health plan or private health insurance plan. Stopping bleeding If …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the PCV 13 vaccine? The PCV 13 vaccine protects … your child’s routine immunizations. Speak with your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the PCV … heart or lung disease An islet cell or solid organ transplant, or a cochlear (inner ear) implant, or are waiting for …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Men-B vaccine? The Men-B vaccine protects … when the immunization series begins. Speak with your health care provider for more information. It is important to keep … get meningococcal disease. Common reactions to the vaccine include soreness, redness and swelling where the vaccine was …
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… About Respiratory Problems in Newborns On this page: What are respiratory problems? How are these problems … find the cause of the problem. Your baby may need special care, such as being in the neonatal intensive care unit … the doctor keep track of your baby's vital signs. These include temperature, blood pressure, breathing rate, and …
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… gains skills at his or her own pace. Some children may be advanced in one area, such as language. But they may be … how to borrow and carry values. Like organization and planning, such as making plans ahead of time with friends. … gains skills at his or her own pace. Some children may be advanced in one area, such as language. But they may be …
