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… occur at any age, but the disease is most common in people under 30 years of age. Since the discovery of vCJD in 1995, …
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… sex, talking about consent early can help make sure they understand how to set their own boundaries. And it helps … talking points: To give consent, someone has to clearly understand what they are being asked to do. Consent isn't … count if: Someone is being pressured to give it. Someone is under the influence of drugs or alcohol or becomes …
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… about how to eat in ways that may help you keep your gout under control and still get the nutrition you need. To help … about how to eat in ways that may help you keep your gout under control and still get the nutrition you need. To help …
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… get over being nervous about the dentist, it is helpful to understand why you may be nervous. Reasons include: Having … your dentist about what is going to happen and why. If you understand the steps of getting a filling, for example, you … Make your dental visit at a time when you are not rushed or under pressure. Early morning, late afternoon, or Saturday …
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… where mice or other rodents live. Near beds, especially under mattresses or on furniture close to the bed. Signs of … where mice or other rodents live. Near beds, especially under mattresses or on furniture close to the bed. Signs of …
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… will pull back the skin. Parts of the bones and cartilage under the skin will be removed or reshaped. Then the doctor … will pull back the skin. Parts of the bones and cartilage under the skin will be removed or reshaped. Then the doctor …
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… sensor—against your skin. It has a tiny needle that stays under your skin. It is constantly reading your blood sugar … sensor—against your skin. It has a tiny needle that stays under your skin. It is constantly reading your blood sugar …
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… doctor removes the breast ( mastectomy ) and lymph nodes under the arm. Sometimes the doctor removes just the part of … doctor removes the breast ( mastectomy ) and lymph nodes under the arm. Sometimes the doctor removes just the part of …
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… this test, your doctor will carefully feel your breasts and under your arms to check for lumps or other unusual changes. … this test, your doctor will carefully feel your breasts and under your arms to check for lumps or other unusual changes. …
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… raw fruits and vegetables before you eat them. Wash them under running water. Use a scrub brush, and then rinse the … raw fruits and vegetables before you eat them. Wash them under running water. Use a scrub brush, and then rinse the …
