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Medical tests
… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview An … much they are affected. These tests check to see how well your spinal nerves are working. They also check the nerves … blood thinners.) Make sure that you understand exactly what your doctor wants you to do. How It Is Done An EMG is …
Health topics
… long-term financial issues and guardianship for your child. What kinds of early intervention to pursue. An … special needs. What precautions you can take to prevent colds and other respiratory infections. A narrow nose and … through the mouth. This dries out the mucous membranes and increases the chances of an upper respiratory infection. …
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… reattached. The success of the reattachment depends on: What body part was amputated. The condition of the amputated … If there is bleeding, do the following: If available, wash your hands with soap and water and put on disposable gloves. … amputated part cool but not to cause more damage from the cold ice. Do not cover the part with ice or put it directly …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). Alcohol also increases your risk for breathing problems. Buprenorphine … labels on all your medicines (such as allergy or cough-and-cold products) because they may contain ingredients that …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). Alcohol increases your risk for serious, possibly fatal, breathing … labels on all your medicines (such as allergy or cough-and-cold products) because they may contain ingredients that …
Health topics
… page: What is chlamydia? Chlamydia (say "kluh-MID-ee-uh") is a … sex. If you're pregnant and infected, you can pass it to your baby during delivery. What are the symptoms? Many … a good idea to get tested once a year if you are at higher risk for getting chlamydia. Talk to your doctor about what …
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… Overview Print this form and fill in the information if your doctor recommends that you have a surgical procedure. General questions What is the name of the surgical procedure? Why do I need … take? How successful is this procedure? What are the risks associated with this surgery? How much experience does …
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… page: What is difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)? Difficulty … called dysphagia. It is usually a sign of a problem with your throat or esophagus —the muscular tube that moves food … happen if you have: Had a stroke or a brain or spinal cord injury. Certain problems with your nervous system, such as …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … that could raise your blood pressure. Tell your pharmacist what products you are using, and ask how to use them safely (especially cough-and-cold products, diet aids, or NSAIDs such as …
HealthLinkBC files
… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is harm reduction? Harm reduction is a public health … or substance use disorder, it is important to take care of yourself: Participate in an in-person or online support … second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour HealthLinkBC File #30b Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products …
