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… You may be asked to stop taking medicines (including birth control pills) that contain estrogen or progesterone … You may be asked to stop taking medicines (including birth control pills) that contain estrogen or progesterone …
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… your breasts good support. Ask your doctor about low-dose birth control pills. For some women, these help reduce … your breasts good support. Ask your doctor about low-dose birth control pills. For some women, these help reduce …
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… measures the level when the cell was made, as much as 4 months earlier. This level is not usually affected by the … See if the folate level is high enough to prevent certain birth defects. How To Prepare Do not eat or drink (other … See if the folate level is high enough to prevent certain birth defects. How To Prepare Do not eat or drink (other …
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… cravings, and can reduce the urge to smoke. See your health care provider or local pharmacist to discuss if these are a … Health Authority . B.C. Smoking Cessation Program The PharmaCare BC Smoking Cessation Program helps eligible B.C. … please visit Get help quitting tobacco . Your health care provider Your primary care provider, pharmacist, …
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… a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care What is … can be spread in many ways. This includes: During birth. A mother can pass germs that cause meningitis to her … But some people may feel light-headed and tired for several months after the illness. Bacterial meningitis occurs most …
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… warts. The vaccine is provided as 2 doses given at least 6 months apart. Children with a weakened immune system need 3 … tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment … report all serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should not get the vaccine? The vaccine …
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… a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Surgery … improve your health. Decision Points focus on key medical care decisions that are important to many health problems. … a Doctor Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if: You have leg pain that does not go away even if you …
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… a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care What is lupus (systemic lupus … your doctor about any vaccines you may need. With good self-care, most people who have lupus can keep doing their … more Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Self-Care Reduce stress and tiredness Keep your daily schedule as …
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… In B.C., the Men-B vaccine is provided free to those 2 months of age and older who have been in close contact with … when the immunization series begins. Speak with your health care provider for more information. It is important to keep … under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye Syndrome, see …
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… and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this … more details and to discuss the use of reliable forms of birth control while taking this medication. If you are …