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… a test that shows images of your heart. The images show how well your heart is pumping. The pictures let your doctor … test or as part of an invasive procedure. Non-invasive imaging test. You get an injection of a radioactive tracer … test or as part of an invasive procedure. Non-invasive imaging test. You get an injection of a radioactive tracer …
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… may be worse when you cough or try to take a deep breath. Swelling (inflammation) of the thin layers of tissue (pleura) … one leg? Sudden chest pain that occurs with deep pain or swelling in one leg can be a symptom of a blood clot that has … pain or soreness. Ice the area. Cold will reduce pain and swelling. Apply an ice or cold pack right away to prevent or …
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… a mirror to see all parts of your feet. If you cannot see well, have someone help you. Make a note of any areas that … or another part of your body, not your feet. Dry your feet well. Pat them dry. Do not rub the skin on your feet too hard. Dry well between your toes. Keep your skin soft. Put a thin …
HealthLinkBC files
… and nitrite. Read HealthLinkBC File #05a Nitrate in well water and Ministry of Environment and Climate Change … contamination of drinking water if pipes, meters, and wellheads are burned or exposed to heat. If pipes are … to you. If your drinking water comes from your own private well or surface water source (e.g. lake), you should check …
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… soft pieces of skin that stick out on a thin stem). Can swell and turn red. These growths may be mistaken for warts , … soft pieces of skin that stick out on a thin stem). Can swell and turn red. These growths may be mistaken for warts , …
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… you plan to quit, this tool estimates how many years the damaging effects of smoking may take away from your life. … you plan to quit, this tool estimates how many years the damaging effects of smoking may take away from your life. …
