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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about … for short bowel syndrome, consult your doctor if a special diet (high carbohydrate/low-fat) or the use of nutritional …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about … that requires you to limit/avoid these substances in your diet. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this product …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about … your blood. Ask your doctor about adding potassium to your diet. A potassium supplement may be prescribed by your
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about … for good health. Most people get enough pyridoxine in their diet, but certain health conditions (such as pregnancy, poor …
Health topics
… ways to promote and encourage the movement needed for healthy development. Here are some tips for fitting physical activity into your children's day - at home, at school, at play and along … rings. During class time - Take a movement break Stretch your arms and legs while sitting at your desk Body presses …
HealthLinkBC files
… on doors, windows, stairs and railings can expose you and your family to health risks. Before you begin renovations, … in order to minimize the health risks to you and your family. What are the health hazards of lead exposure? … important to be aware of lead sources so you can minimize your health risks. Who is at higher risk? Infants, children …
Health topics
… a tube from a bag to an intravenous (IV) catheter and into your vein. When is a blood transfusion needed? You may need … or thrombocytopenia . If you have an illness in which your bone marrow doesn't make enough blood, such as aplastic … problems from immune system reactions. A reaction causes your body to form antibodies that attack the new blood …
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… valve may be mechanical or made of animal tissue. You and your doctor can decide before surgery which type of valve is … to keep blood flowing in the proper direction through your heart. When the aortic valve does not close properly … To Expect You will recover in the hospital until you are healthy enough to go home. Depending on your overall health, …
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… During coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery, your surgeon will use a healthy blood vessel from another part of your body to create an alternate route, or bypass, around …
Medical tests
… Test Overview A contraction stress test checks to see if your baby will stay healthy during contractions when you are in labour. This … During a contraction, the blood and oxygen supply to your baby drops for a short time. This is not a problem for …