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… in all areas or covered by all provincial health plans. Who should be screened? Most cervical cancer screening programs … from the Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care. footnote 1 These screening recommendations may not be … Citations Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care (2013). Recommendations on screening for cervical …
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… and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional … lessen injury under the skin. Your doctor may direct you to receive this medication in a treatment cycle (for example, … doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. You should not become pregnant while using bortezomib. …
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… I had any recent stresses that may affect my ability to care for the condition I have? Yes ___ No ___ If yes, … any special written information or instructions to help me care for the disease or condition I have, such as … new treatment or test? Follow-up What signs and symptoms should I watch for? When should I call to report signs and …
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… Tapping the Power of Optimism Fill out important forms Advance Care Planning Choosing a Substitute Decision-Maker What To Expect …
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… and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional … Although there is no information in humans, ganciclovir should be considered cancer-causing (carcinogenic). See also … by a virus called cytomegalovirus (CMV) in people who have received organ or bone marrow transplants. CMV disease can …
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… and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional … 10 weeks apart. For the best protection, it is important to receive all scheduled doses. This vaccine is usually given … takes this vaccine. People in close contact with your child should practice good hygiene such as washing hands …
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… and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional … if you become infected. The brand and dose of vaccine you receive depends on your age. Influenza vaccination is not … precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular …
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… of strong bones and teeth. Getting enough calcium early in life helps build strong bones. Getting enough calcium later … vitamin D helps your body better absorb calcium from foods. Should I take a supplement? Use the food sources table below … Talk to a dietitian, pharmacist, or your health care provider if you have questions about the right amount …
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… increase their feeling of being out of control of their life. What puts an adult at risk for suicide? It's hard to … likely. These include their personal history and stressful life changes. Personal history People may be more likely to … Have access to means of suicide, such as a gun or pills. Life changes Life changes that may increase the risk of …
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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 … and grammar in their written work. Their writing is not as advanced as their speech. Sensory and motor development Most … gains skills at his or her own pace. Some children may be advanced in one area, such as language. But they may be …
