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… Menopause: Should I Use Hormone Therapy (HT)? Decision Point You … cancer. But for some people, HT may increase the risk of breast cancer, stroke, blood clots, and possibly dementia … HT? Risks vary based on when you start HT in menopause and how long you take it. Short-term use of hormone therapy in …
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… Uterine Fibroids: Should I Use GnRH-A Therapy? Decision Point You may want to have a … one type of treatment may work better for you than another. How does GnRH-a therapy work? This medicine puts your body … Think about what matters most to you in this decision, and show how you feel about the following statements. Reasons to …
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… How support teams can help during pregnancy Last updated … in caring for the baby Encouraging and helping with breastfeeding Arranging holidays or leave from work to help …
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… a soother satisfies a need to suck. But it’s best not to use one every time your child seems upset. Before you offer … A soother should never replace cuddling, comforting or breastfeeding. Soother use can contribute to ear infections. … (stars on a chart, a phone call to Grandpa to report on how long the soother has been put away) Avoid the use of …
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… Thinking About Bilateral Mastectomy for Early-Stage Breast Cancer On this page: Overview Overview For years, studies have shown that for early-stage breast cancer, women who have … mastectomy for early-stage breast cancer. This is because: Women who have both breasts removed don't live longer …
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… Substance Use: Helping Someone Get Treatment On this page: Overview … their substance use and want to help. Give examples of how the person's behaviour has affected you and how it made you feel. Spell out the consequences. Tell the …
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… Inpatient and Outpatient Treatment for Substance Use Disorder On this page: Overview … At outpatient facilities, you come only during the day. How long you stay varies among programs. Inpatient and … or outpatient treatment. The choice may depend on: How severe the substance use disorder is. Your mental …
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… Questions About Substance Use Treatment Programs On this page: Overview Related … program contain cognitive therapy and/or medicine therapy? How much time do you spend in the program a day, and how many weeks or months does the program last? Does the …
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… Making a Plan to Cut Back on Alcohol Use On this page: Overview Overview If … to cut back, having a plan can help you get started. Here's how. Know your reasons. Write down your reasons for wanting … things that you like to do. Take time to really think about how you would like to spend your time. Have you wanted to …
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… Using the DASH Diet Actionset Overview The DASH diet focuses on foods that are high in calcium, potassium, and … know what you're trying to do. And ask for their help. How can you make DASH a habit? Setting goals You'll have … everything they eat every day. That way they can easily see how much of each food group they've eaten and where they …
