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… Overview How does stroke rehabilitation (rehab) help you get better after a stroke? The best way to get better after a stroke is to start stroke rehabilitation … or drug use, talk to your doctor. Get vaccinated against COVID-19, influenza (flu), and pneumonia. Learn more Heart …
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… them. Health Screenings: Should I Buy Commercial Tests? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare Options 3 Your Feelings 4 Your … to different doctors or facilities. Personal stories about deciding whether to buy a commercial screening package These … or facilities. Personal stories Personal stories about deciding whether to buy a commercial screening package These …
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… Here’s a checklist of things to think about when you’re deciding which equipment to buy. Have a goal in mind The … don’t know if you’re comfortable with something until you get it home, use it a few times or use it over a few weeks. Get other opinions Read about the equipment in magazines or …
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… is approved to be used in Canada to prevent or treat COVID-19. If used to prevent COVID-19, it should not be used … heart disease. If you notice any of the following symptoms, get medical help right away: symptoms of a heart attack … serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a …
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… Before You Go Precautions Along the Way What to Do if You Get Ill Post-Travel Care Overview How … several months before you leave so you will have time for vaccines (immunizations) that you may need to get ahead of time. Also ask your doctor if there are …
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… B or hepatitis C in people who received TIg. Who should get tetanus immune globulin? Your health care provider may … have a wound and have had less than 3 doses of a tetanus vaccine or your immunization history is unknown. TIg is … vaccine. You may also be given a tetanus vaccine when you get TIg to provide long-term protection against tetanus. For …
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… the FDA is allowing to be given for emergency use to treat COVID-19. The product is also approved to be used in Canada … from the virus. Tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse. Side Effects Changes in taste, diarrhea, high … or muscle pain may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your healthcare professional promptly. Tell …
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… B or hepatitis C in people who received HBIg. Who should get hepatitis B immune globulin? You should get one dose of HBIg if you have been exposed to the … immunization history, you may receive a dose of hepatitis B vaccine when you get HBIg. You may need more doses of …
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… about them. Panic Disorder: Should I Take Medicine? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare Options 3 Your Feelings 4 Your … if you have no treatment. Personal stories about people deciding whether to take medicine to treat panic disorder … treatment. Personal stories Personal stories about people deciding whether to take medicine to treat panic disorder …
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… health care that is in the child's best interests without getting consent from the parent or guardian if the health … children are behind in immunization or at risk for certain vaccine-preventable diseases). Most of the time, the … at immunization clinics held at schools. Children may also get vaccines at a health unit, youth clinic, doctor's office …