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… that the valve will not work. Your doctor will need to check from time to time to make sure that your valve is … type of valve you have and how long you live after your first surgery. Current as of: February 27, 2023 … that the valve will not work. Your doctor will need to check from time to time to make sure that your valve is …
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… Abuse and Information Line (SAIL), hosted by Seniors First BC, 604 437-1940 in Vancouver or toll-free at 1 866 437-1940, or visit https://seniorsfirstbc.ca/ Government of B.C. – Protection from Elder Abuse …
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… as you learn healthy thinking. It may not feel right at first, because you are trying out something new. But with … thinking every day. Notice and stop your thoughts The first step is to notice and stop your negative thoughts or … as you learn healthy thinking. It may not feel right at first, because you are trying out something new. But with …
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… strength, endurance, coordination, and/or balance. First, your therapist will try to reduce your pain and … strength, endurance, coordination, and/or balance. First, your therapist will try to reduce your pain and …
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… smell of the mother and can recognize her scent within the first few days of life. Newborns like sweet smells. Taste. … their responses to what they see develop rapidly during the first year. Your newborn sees best out of the corner of his … if your baby's eyes wander or cross now and then during the first month. This is normal. Children with normal vision …
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… your baby. Here are some guidelines that can help. In the first three to four days after birth, your baby may lose … or may be satisfied after feeding from one. Feed on the first breast until the baby falls away. This usually tells … it takes a very long time. Some babies feed very often at first - as much as every one to two hours, from one feed to …
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… comes from studies that look at how well treatments and tests work and how safe they are. For many reasons, some … Leaning toward What else do you need to make your decision? Check the facts 1. 1, Daily aspirin is helpful for most … decision? Not sure at all Somewhat sure Very sure 2. 2, Check what you need to do before you make this decision. I'm …
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… services for family and friends, such as support groups and counselling, for at least a year after a loved one's … before entering a hospice palliative care program. Use a checklist to record what is important to you in a program. … for Employment Insurance (EI) Compassionate Care Benefits. Check the Service Canada website for who is eligible and …
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… 5 minutes. A second dose of naloxone may be needed if the first dose does not restore normal breathing. The effects of … provides training in overdose prevention, recognition and first aid response. This training is for individuals who use … and friends. Nasal naloxone is available at no-cost to First Nations people in B.C. at community pharmacies through …
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