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… Overview When you have heart disease, regular physical activity is very important for your heart, mind, and body. Being active can help your heart get stronger and work better. It can help lower …
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… to Feel Better Actionset Overview When you have COPD, activity and exercise can: Build muscle strength and … periods of time. Aerobic exercise gets more oxygen to your muscles. This allows them to work longer. Exercises for … while doing any of the exercises, rest in a position where your shoulders are supported, such as in a chair, and wait …
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… the arteries as it moves through the body. It's normal for your child's blood pressure to go up and down throughout the day. But if it stays up, your child has high blood pressure. Another name for high … child be active. Your child's doctor can help you make an activity plan. Being active for at least 60 minutes a day …
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… cause injury. Following some basic safety measures can help your child have fun and play safely. Find playgrounds that … a hooded sweatshirt, or a helmet. Choosing Child Care Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years … a hooded sweatshirt, or a helmet. Choosing Child Care Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years …
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… Program eligiblity You can enroll if you are: Pregnant with your first child Less than 29 weeks gestation Age 24 years … to explore You might exploring the following topics with your Nurse-Family Partnership nurse: Having a healthy pregnancy and healthy baby Developing your parenting skills and preparation for childbirth …
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… a mask spacer: Helps get the right amount of medicine into your child's lungs. Can help keep your child's asthma symptoms under control and allow your child to live an active life. May prevent or reduce …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so that you can talk to your doctor about … or heat. Heat may help you loosen up your joints before an activity. Ice is a good pain reliever after activity or …
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… . The median nerve passes through the carpal tunnel in your wrist. This pressure leads to symptoms. Anything that … likely to cause pressure. These include: Movements in which your wrists are bent. Movements that are done in awkward … and index finger. This can stress your wrist. Stop any activity that you think may be causing finger, hand, or …
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… And you may be a little nervous or worried. If this will be your first child, you may even feel overwhelmed by all of … about pregnancy now, or you can learn about each stage as your pregnancy goes on. Pregnancy is measured in trimesters … body best handle labour, delivery, and recovery. Moderate activity such as brisk walking or swimming is ideal during …
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… Fear of falling is common, but restricting physical activity and movement to avoid falls can cause further … the Staying Independent Checklist (PDF, 1,502 KB) to assess your risk for falls or ask your doctor about falls risk assessment and management. How …