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… Center Learn about COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) If you have COPD, you know how scary it can be to … information here. Our topics will teach you about the disease and give you some tips on breathing easier. Get the … Chronic Conditions COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) COPD Action Plan COPD and Alpha-1 Antitrypsin (AAT) …
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… and Prepare for the Worst Health Threats in Your Community Disease Transmission from Humans, Animals, and Insects Get … for the Worst Earthquakes, slides, pandemic flu and other disease outbreaks, and accidents or exposures involving … into the air, for instance. If bacteria or viruses causing diseases such as anthrax , pneumonic plague, smallpox , or …
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… that infects human white blood cells. It can cause disease of the nervous system or leukemia. Is this a new disease? No. This disease was first described in 1980 and has been identified …
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… to build protection from harmful germs without getting the disease. Like healthy food and clean water, vaccines help … in detail. Is it safer to get immunized than to get the disease? Yes. The danger from the disease is much greater than the risk of a side effect from …
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… Multiple Sclerosis: Benefits of Exercise Parkinson's disease Parkinson's Disease and Exercise Stress management Stress Management: …
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… they are less likely to get croup. Staying up to date on COVID-19 vaccines and getting an influenza (flu) vaccine … they are less likely to get croup. Staying up to date on COVID-19 vaccines and getting an influenza (flu) vaccine …
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… is shortness of breath when you're active. Later in the disease, you may feel short of breath even when you're … of breath may seem normal to you. Symptoms later in the disease may include: Shortness of breath even when you … doctor if you need another dose. Stay up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines. Talk with your doctor if you have …
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… questions. What else can I do to lower my risk of heart disease? Reach and maintain your best weight Be physically … for your health. Alcohol increases the risk of many chronic diseases including heart disease, stroke, and several cancers. If you drink alcohol, …
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… pneumonia, skin infections, shingles, a certain bowel disease (diverticulitis), swelling of the appendix … of age or older and have at least one risk factor for heart disease. Discuss the risks and benefits of treatment with … care professional. This medication may also be used for COVID-19, but is only effective in hospitalized patients who …
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… Secondary regurgitation may be caused by coronary artery disease or heart failure. Acute regurgitation is caused by a … doctor if you need another dose. Stay up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines. Talk with your doctor if you have … Atrial Fibrillation Care at the End of Life Coronary Artery Disease Endocarditis Heart Attack and Unstable Angina Heart …
