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… the hospital for intravenous (IV) antibiotic treatment. You should return to your health care provider 3 to 7 days after … so that the condom does not tear. Do not use a torn condom Keep condoms away from sharp objects such as rings, studs or …
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… during your procedure. Your doctor will tell you if you should stop taking any of them before the procedure and how … it before your procedure. Or your doctor may tell you to keep taking it. (These medicines include aspirin and other … during your procedure. Your doctor will tell you if you should stop taking any of them before the procedure and how …
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… several symptoms of dyslexia may mean that your child should be tested. How is it diagnosed? No single test can … up with the same story in written form. Teach your child to keep trying. There may be things your child will struggle … several symptoms of dyslexia may mean that your child should be tested. How is it diagnosed? No single test can …
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… the home. Pad sharp corners on furniture and counter tops. Keep objects that are used often within easy reach. Install … home if there is a fire. Practice by having a fire drill. Keep a fire extinguisher in the kitchen. Preventing falls You can help prevent falls by keeping rooms uncluttered, with clear walkways around …
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… and other foods in the refrigerator for too long. Don't keep fresh poultry, fish, or ground meats in the refrigerator for more than 2 days. Don't keep fresh beef, veal, lamb, or pork in the refrigerator … your refrigerator with food. Cool air must circulate to keep food safe. Separate cooked and raw food. Never store …
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… Goals On this page: Getting Started Getting Started You can keep track of your activity in lots of ways. If you like, you can try: Keeping a notebook or using a tracking form. You can write … of the apps are free. Using a computer program. You might keep track using a spreadsheet or other program. These are …
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… breastfeeding (or chestfeeding) and cuddling your baby. Keep your baby skin-to-skin until after your baby finishes … is the best way to help your baby learn to breastfeed and keep your baby warm, calm, and stable. Partners can use skin to skin contact to help keep baby warm if you need to get up. Resources and links: …
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… attack only cancer cells, not normal cells. They help keep cancer from growing or spreading. These medicines may … individual counselling. Your health care team. Your team should be supportive. Be open and honest about your fears … individual counselling. Your health care team. Your team should be supportive. Be open and honest about your fears …
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… that are important to many health problems. Wisdom Teeth: Should I Have My Wisdom Teeth Removed? Wisdom Teeth: Should I Have My Wisdom Teeth Removed? Wisdom Tooth … that are important to many health problems. Wisdom Teeth: Should I Have My Wisdom Teeth Removed? …
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… a GBS infection, it can be serious. So all pregnant women should be offered screening between 35 and 37 weeks A swab … end of pregnancy, but they do not slow down a lot Your baby should not stop moving at a time when he or she is normally …
