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… Prepare If you take a medicine that prevents blood clots, your doctor may tell you to stop taking it before your procedure. Or your doctor may tell you to keep taking it. (These medicines …
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… are the signs? You probably won't be able to feel whether your baby is breech. But if you are 36 or more weeks … and think you feel the baby's head pressing high up in your belly or you feel kicking in your lower belly, see your doctor for an examination. How is …
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… you can expect. And it will help you safely prepare for your test. Preparing for the test Tell your doctor if you are allergic to iodine. Iodine is usually … used in the contrast material that the doctor will put in your bladder. Tell your doctor if you are or might be …
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… about their world through all of the sounds around them. If your child cannot hear well, they will likely have trouble … is not hearing well. It is impossible to know exactly how your baby hears by watching their responses to everyday … hearing screened through the BC Early Hearing Program. Your baby’s hearing screening may happen in the hospital …
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… reduction (MBSR) is a program that helps you learn to calm your mind and body to help you cope with illness, pain, and … It's a time to purposefully pay attention and be aware of your surroundings, your emotions, your thoughts, and how your body feels. For …
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… the body loses water more quickly than it is replaced. When your child becomes dehydrated, severe health problems can … many children are together, such as daycare centres. Keep your child at home while he or she is sick and for a few … likely can be spread to others. The virus can remain in your child's stool for weeks after the symptoms are gone. …
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… life can be better. Being active helps you look and feel your best and lowers your risk for a heart attack, type 2 diabetes, high blood … daily activity. It's important to find activities that fit your lifestyle and your personality. To feel your best, you …
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… do routine tasks. Have trouble concentrating or feel like your mind is in a fog. If the problem is mild, you may be the only one who notices any change in your behaviour. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will listen to your symptoms and examine you. He …
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… is not the same as vomiting. Spitting up usually stops as your baby grows. If your baby frequently spits up large amounts of milk or projectile vomits, contact your healthcare provider for advice. Learn more about Baby's …
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… general. So be sure to read the information that came with your medicine. If you have any questions or concerns, talk to your pharmacist or doctor. What are some examples? Here are … to help treat HIV. They reduce the amount of virus in your body (viral load). This helps keep your immune system …
