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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is constipation? Constipation is when you have bowel … 3 bowel movements per week. Everyone has their own pattern. What causes constipation? Constipation can occur with: … softeners Ignoring the urge when you have to go Stress Pregnancy hormones A change in regular routine or travelling …
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… HealthLink BC File number 65d Download PDF Document English What are volatile organic compounds (VOCs)? Volatile organic … from attached garages VOCs can be released from products during use and even in storage. However, the amounts of VOCs … select those suitable for indoor use Leave the area during carpet installation Ventilate the area as much as …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the chickenpox vaccine? The chickenpox vaccine … number. It is important to always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should … will die from the infection. Rarely, infection early in pregnancy can result in a baby being born with birth …
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… page: What is kernicterus? Kernicterus is a very rare type of … and kidneys, and it leaves the body in urine and stool. During pregnancy, the mother's body removes the extra bilirubin for …
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… Ovarian Cancer On this page: Health Tools What Increases Your Risk Lowering Your Risk Symptoms What … check you for ovarian cancer if a lump is found on an ovary during a pelvic examination or an ultrasound . You will … a thin tube. Or it may be warmed and put into the belly during surgery. Targeted therapy. These medicines attack …
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… had the Tdap shot. People who are pregnant need a Tdap shot during each pregnancy. Td (tetanus and diphtheria). Td is given as a … you have) completed the tetanus primary vaccination series. What can you do if you have a reaction to a tetanus shot? If …
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… idea that can guide your interactions with your child, during playtime or at other times of the day. Pay attention to what your child is “serving” to you, such as a smile or an … age 3, they will start to play with other children Safety during play To ensure safety, stay ahead of your baby to …
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… page: Health Tools Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call Examinations and Tests Treatment … constipation and straining. Constipation and straining during bowel movements and urination causes increased … needed. In most cases, a doctor can find an inguinal hernia during the physical examination. Other tests may be needed …
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… your patients, and between you and your family and friends. What routine immunizations are recommended in B.C.? The … and pain in the joints. Infections in the first 3 months of pregnancy can cause severe harm to a developing baby; about … care settings. It also helps reduce illness among employees during the influenza season. Influenza is an infection of …
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… Failure On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What Happens … (a rare problem that can happen late in a woman's pregnancy or within the first 5 months after delivery) … Having breathing problems such as: Trouble breathing during routine activities or exercise that did not cause …