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… of manganese may harm brain development in infants and young children. According to Health Canada, manganese is … way to know if you have high levels of manganese is to test your water. The water supplier or well owner is responsible … systems monitor for contaminants, including manganese. Your water supplier will know if manganese levels are too …
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… Treatment Overview Antioxidants are natural chemicals that protect the body from damage caused … Through by-products of normal processes that take place in your body. Examples include burning sugars for energy and … Risks Until more studies are done, it's best to get your antioxidants from a diet rich in fruits and vegetables …
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… to children of all ages, but it's most common in babies younger than 1 year old. It is never okay to shake or throw … to relieve stress and anger. If you're afraid you may harm your baby, put your baby in a safe place, like a crib. Then calm yourself …
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… get help. Alcohol and other drugs Alcohol use Alcohol and young people Alcohol and aging Substance use problems … e-cigarettes. It supports you if you want to quit or reduce your use. Trained quit coaches work with you one-on-one to stick to your quit plan and help you through rough patches. The …
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… bacteria, like other kinds of bacteria, normally live on your skin and in your nose, usually without causing problems. But if these … If MRSA is causing an infection in a wound, that area of your skin may be red or tender. If you have pneumonia, you …
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… Pregnancy-Related Problems On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Check Your Symptoms … the immune system like steroids or chemotherapy, or natural health products can cause symptoms or make them …
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… safe they are or how well they may work. Be sure to tell your doctor about any complementary treatments you use or … treatments and whether these treatments may interfere with your standard care. For example, some natural health products may cause problems if you take them …
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… ways for people to get toxoplasmosis include: Touching your hands to your mouth after cleaning a cat's litter box or after touching anything that … feces Be careful not to accidentally swallow dust when cleaning the cat litter box If possible, avoid cleaning a …
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… Because itchiness and skin rashes have many causes, only your health care provider can confirm if you have scabies. … Scabies will not go away without treatment. Speak with your health care provider before you begin treatment. … above the neck, you should not have to apply the cream to your face and scalp. However, your health care provider may …
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… Information Overview It is important to determine if your wound needs to be closed by a doctor. Your risk of … 24 hours, or may not be stitched at all, so that adequate cleaning and antibiotic treatment can be done initially to … area where you are worried about scarring (for cosmetic reasons). Wounds on the eyelids often need treatment for both …
