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… fish, and ready-to-eat foods within 2 hours. Make sure your refrigerator is set at 4°C (40°F) or colder. Prepare … foods are cooked to a safe temperature. Avoid untreated drinking water. This is a concern when you are in the … Problems Adaptation Date: 9/18/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
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… But you can take steps to avoid power struggles, give your child a sense of control, and make taking medicines a bit easier for everyone. Avoid power struggles. If your child refuses a medicine, take a moment to pause. Stay … the pill. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… some ideas that can help you get active. First, check with your doctor. Talk with your doctor about how and when to exercise. You may need to … Prediabetes Current as of: October 10, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… carry diseases, and most tick bites do not cause serious health problems. But it is important to avoid and check for … ticks and deer that carry ticks are most commonly found in your community. Avoid those areas if possible. Cover as much … with petroleum jelly, nail polish, gasoline, or rubbing alcohol. Burn the tick while it is stuck to your skin. …
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… both of the renal arteries. These vessels supply blood to your kidneys. They also help the body control blood … and the doctor will ask about your and your family's past health. You may have a test that lets your doctor look at a … fruits, lean meat, fish, and whole grains. Limit alcohol, sodium, and sugar. Be active. Work with your doctor …
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… bone problems seen on an X-ray. An open bone biopsy allows your doctor to do surgical treatment at the same time, if … bone biopsy: Tell your doctor ALL the medicines and natural health products you take. Some may increase the risk of … will tell you how soon before surgery to stop eating and drinking. Follow the instructions exactly about when to stop …
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… a test that measures and records the electrical activity of your brain. Special sensors called electrodes are attached to your head. They're hooked by wires to a computer. The … To Prepare Tell your doctor ALL the medicines and natural health products you take. Some may increase the risk of …
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… footnote 1 Sexual harassment may include: A put-down of your gender. Flirting when you've made clear it's not … away from other people, working all the time, or using alcohol or other drugs . They also may feel depressed or … Abuse or Assault (Rape) Citations Veterans Health Administration (2021). Military sexual trauma. …
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… Information Overview A CVAD should be flushed as often as your doctor tells you, to keep it clear of blood and prevent … saline solution, syringes, needleless injection cannulas, alcohol swabs, and a disposal box. What you need will vary … (CVAD) Current as of: November 30, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about …