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… thrust (or Heimlich-type) assist, another person pushes on your belly to help you cough. This is done while you are … hand on top of the first hand and interlock their fingers, keeping their elbows straight. You take a deep breath and … hand on top of the first hand and interlock their fingers, keeping their elbows straight. You take a deep breath and …
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… This is a band of tissue that runs down the outside of your thigh. It connects the side of your hip to the side of your knee. It helps keep your knee and hip stable and in …
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… cigarettes to give up. For example, stop smoking in your car on the way to work, or stop having cigarettes with your morning coffee. Slowly increase the time between … cigarettes. Smoke only during odd or even hours. Limit your smoking to certain places. For example, you may decide …
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… activity is safe for people with arthritis and can improve: Your overall level of pain Nutrition and strength of your joints and surrounding muscles Joint range of motion … try doing light-intensity physical activity throughout your day, including standing up for a few minutes every …
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… the baby in an upright position. Try placing the baby over your shoulder or in a sitting position on your lap. If you place the baby on your lap, place your hand under the chin to support the …
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… of plants, animals, and humans. SAM-e is available as a dietary supplement. Why It Is Used Some people take SAM-e … about the safety of a natural health product, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or dietitian. Always tell your doctor if you are using a natural health product or if …
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… any kind of extended emergency. If you are unable to leave your home, if the local water supply becomes contaminated, … or if access to food and water is limited or unavailable, your family may be able to live on emergency supplies until … has passed. The question of how long you should plan for your supplies to last does not have an easy answer. It's …
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… of the cause, chronic pain syndrome affects all aspects of your life, straining relationships and making it difficult … pain, especially if you use alcohol or drugs to deal with your symptoms. Chronic pain often requires both counselling … therapy. Before having an invasive pain treatment, ask your doctor about his or her experience with that treatment. …
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… who can't hold still, have another adult help you. Wash your hands before touching the eye. Don't rub. Don't rub the … eyes. Remove contacts. If you wear contact lenses, take your contacts out before you try to remove the object or … does not come out with flushing, wear dark glasses and call your health professional. Do not put any pressure on the …
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… be controlled by a mouth switch if you are unable to use your limbs. Examples include: Bathing tools, such as tub or … as button or zipper hooks to help you button and unbutton your clothes, electric toothbrushes, and combs and brushes … lifts that can be attached to help you get in and out of your bed, automobile, or even your bathtub. Related …
