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… Meniscus Tear: Should I Have a Diagnostic Test (MRI or Arthroscopy)? … of surgery, but I do like the idea of getting it all taken care of at one time. Letitia, age 33 My knee started hurting … effects matter most to you? Yes No 3. 3, Do you have enough support and advice from others to make a choice? Yes No …
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… Kidney Stones: Should I Have Lithotripsy to Break Up the Stone? Decision … into small pieces that can pass from the body. You may receive a sedative or local anesthesia . You will not need … effects matter most to you? Yes No 3. 3, Do you have enough support and advice from others to make a choice? Yes No …
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… Breast Cancer Screening: When Should I Start Having Mammograms? Decision Point You may … Women who don't have mammograms Mammograms making a life-saving difference Ages 40–49 About 3 out of 1,000 will … breast cancer, the Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care recommends the following guidelines. footnote 1 Ages 40 …
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… Healthwise Self-Care Checklist On this page: Step 1. Observe the Problem … you do for it? Have there been any recent changes in your life (such as stress, medicines, food, exercise)? Does … Do you have a help line you can call? Do you have a primary care doctor you can contact? What advice or opinions have …
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… STI Testing: Should I Get Tested for a Sexually Transmitted Infection? … an STI. You consider getting tested in the future if your lifestyle changes or you become at risk for an STI. You … on screening for chlamydia and gonorrhea in primary care for individuals not known to be at high risk. CMAJ, …
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… Allergy safe adult care facilities Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC … free of the foods that cause allergic reactions, facilities should make efforts to create and maintain a safe … Read the ingredients list each time they buy a food or receive a food delivery. Ingredients in packaged foods can …
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… Dental Care: 3 Years to 6 Years On this page: Overview Overview Dental Care: 3 Years to 6 Years— All of a child's 20 … to brush his or her own teeth at about 3 years of age and should be brushing his or her own teeth, morning and night, …
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… Breast Cancer: What Should I Do if I'm at High Risk? Decision Point You may want … cancer is not an emergency. There is plenty of time to carefully think about options. FAQs How do you know if you … or removing my ovaries and going into menopause. I'm planning to have a family, so I'm choosing intensive …
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… Dental Care During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview It's important to take care of your body when you are pregnant. This includes your … Some changes in your mouth during pregnancy are normal and should go away after your baby is born. You have more blood …
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… Dental Care for Older Adults On this page: Basic Care Denture Care Basic Care Dental care … recommend how often to have routine checkups. Many people should see their dentists once or twice a year. Keep the …
