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… pregnant people and their newborn babies. They provide care during pregnancy, labour, birth and the postpartum period. … care possible by collaborating with and referring you to other health care providers such as: Family physicians Nurse … across B.C. You do not need a referral to see a midwife. Use the Find a Midwife search tool to find a registered …
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… Syndrome On this page: Health Tools Cause Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor Examinations … of activity often makes your symptoms worse. You may have other symptoms like problems with thinking. What causes it? … Learn more Antidepressants Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Pain Management Self-Care Here are some steps …
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… organizations in Canada recommend HIV testing for everyone. Other experts and organizations, including the Public Health … you have a very low risk for getting HIV. HIV may not cause symptoms early on. And people who have early symptoms … Have multiple sex partners, especially partners who inject drugs. Inject drugs or steroids, especially if you share …
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… is called chronic insomnia. It is often a symptom of another health problem, such as depression or chronic pain. … the same time each morning. Not eating too much or drinking alcohol before bed. Not getting too much caffeine from … insomnia: Meta-analysis of data submitted to the Food and Drug Administration. BMJ, Published online December 17, 2012 …
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… found in birds and mammals worldwide. The infection is caused by a parasite called Toxoplasma gondii . It infects … from person to person, except in the circumstance of a mother passing the infection on to her developing baby. … organ transplant or blood transfusion - this is very rare Pregnancy and toxoplasmosis If you are pregnant or thinking …
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… tests if you have recently stopped taking blood-thinning drugs, to make sure the drugs are no longer affecting your blood's ability to clot. Other blood tests: Other tests may be done to assess your … do so using only a sip of water. Relax, but do not drink alcohol. It may dangerously interfere with medicines you …
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… (ACEs) are things that happen before adulthood that can cause trauma. Or they're things that make a child feel like … . A child sees adults in the home physically harming each other. Substance use problems in the home. A household member has problems with drinking, drug use, or misusing prescription medicines. Mental health …
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… level of pain. Medicines taken by mouth (oral) are usually used first, because they are easier to take and are usually less expensive than other forms of medicines. If your pain is not severe, … include acetaminophen and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) , such as aspirin or ibuprofen. It is …
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… or violent way. Buy or talk about having weapons or other means that could hurt or kill people. Not take … her actions, or say that the actions are justified. Drink alcohol or use illegal drugs more often. Have increased fears of other people …
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… in Canada. Buying the necessary spermicidal jelly to use with the diaphragm may be difficult. The diaphragm is used to prevent pregnancy. It is called a barrier method because it keeps … contraceptive pills without a prescription at most drugstores and sexual health clinics. …