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Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator ICD

… at high risk for having one. If you have coronary artery disease, heart failure, or a problem with the structure or … at high risk for having one. If you have coronary artery disease, heart failure, or a problem with the structure or …
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Cholesterol and Triglycerides Tests

… skin (xanthomas). These symptoms may be caused by a genetic disease that causes very high cholesterol levels. … skin (xanthomas). These symptoms may be caused by a genetic disease that causes very high cholesterol levels. …
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Thyroid Biopsy

… thyroid tissue. Abnormal: The biopsy sample shows thyroid disease (such as inflammation of the thyroid gland), thyroid … thyroid tissue. Abnormal: The biopsy sample shows thyroid disease (such as inflammation of the thyroid gland), thyroid …
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus HIV Test

… this period, an HIV-infected person can still spread the disease, even though a test will not detect any antibodies … this period, an HIV-infected person can still spread the disease, even though a test will not detect any antibodies …
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Dietary Fats and Your Health

… of saturated fats can help reduce your risk of heart disease. What are some food sources of fat? Unsaturated fat …
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Japanese encephalitis vaccine

… in behavior. Currently, there is no drug treatment for the disease. Japanese encephalitis virus spreads to people from … prevention: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/insect-bite-prevention.html . Travel Series Health …
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Disinfecting drinking water

… rivers, or streams and many groundwater sources may contain disease-causing “germs.” The germs, called pathogens, can …
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Substance use

… online chat and text. Toward the Heart The BC Centre for Disease Control harm reduction program offers resources to …
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Numbing Creams and Patches for Immunizations

… Document Vietnamese Immunizations protect against serious diseases, however they can also cause discomfort. One way to …
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Gastroesophageal Reflux in Babies and Children

… Cough Symptoms in Children Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Making the Most of Your Appointment Nausea … Cough Symptoms in Children Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Making the Most of Your Appointment Nausea …