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… (2011). Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines For Adults . Available online: … http://www.csep.ca/CMFiles/Guidelines/CSEP_PAGuidelines_adults_en.pdf . Accessed October 28, 2014. Current … (2011). Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines For Adults . Available online: …
Medical tests
… (EKG or ECG) records the electrical activity of your heart while you do your usual activities. Ambulatory means … monitoring, 24-hour EKG, or cardiac event monitoring. Many heart problems are noticeable only during certain … electrocardiogram is more likely to find abnormal heartbeats that occur during these activities. Many people …
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… untreated, malaria may cause seizures, anemia, jaundice, heart failure, kidney failure, respiratory distress, coma … advice for travellers (#41a) Travel immunizations for adults (#41c) Travelling with children (#41d) Traveller's …
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… infants and very young children, people who have lung or heart diseases, certain chronic health conditions or …
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… The vaccine is also provided free to older children and adults who need protection against tetanus, diphtheria, … in very serious breathing problems. It can also cause heart failure and paralysis. About 1 in 10 people who get …
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… or more per week significantly increases your risk of heart disease or stroke A standard drink means: Beer: 341 mL … get older, your body processes alcohol more slowly. Older adults may have different risks associated with drinking. …
Medications
… rheumatoid arthritis). Methotrexate has caused birth defects and death in unborn babies. Women must avoid … your doctor has directed you to take low-dose aspirin for heart attack or stroke prevention (usually at dosages of … doctor right away if you have symptoms such as irregular heartbeat, low back/side pain, signs of kidney problems …
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… Problems Early Healthy Habits to Prevent Osteoporosis Heart Attack and Stroke in Women: Reducing Your Risk Heartburn During Pregnancy Heavy Menstrual Periods HELLP … Test Prolactin Blood Test Quad Screening for Birth Defects Sonohysterogram Sperm Penetration Tests Testosterone …
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… of the pericardium, which is the sac that surrounds your heart. Pericarditis usually doesn't cause serious problems. … is called pericardial effusion . Sudden pressure on the heart and sudden difficulty pumping enough blood. This is … pericarditis. This happens when the sac around the heart gets thick and stiff. This makes it harder for the …
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… device. It sends out mild electrical signals that keep your heart beating normally. The signals are painless. It can … and shortness of breath caused by a slow or unsteady heartbeat. A pacemaker is powered by batteries. Most … called leads. The leads pass through a vein into your heart. A pacemaker can help restore a normal heart rate. It …
