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Medical tests
… after the upper GI series, you'll need to wait between X-rays. The entire small bowel follow-through examination … will take small swallows repeatedly during the series of X-rays that follow. The radiologist will tell you when and how … after the upper GI series, you'll need to wait between X-rays. The entire small bowel follow-through examination …
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… at high altitude. Have certain medical tests (such as X-rays or CT scans) or treatments (such as radiation treatment … X-ray. One mammogram test is about the same as 5 chest X-rays. Living at high altitude (such as Lake Louise) for a year is about the same as having 5 chest X-rays. One CT scan is about the same as 200 chest X-rays. …
Medical tests
… And it does not use potentially harmful radiation like X-rays. One downside of ultrasound is that it can't measure … And it does not use potentially harmful radiation like X-rays. One downside of ultrasound is that it can't measure …
HealthLinkBC files
… be damaged by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation (rays) of the sun, even on cloudy or overcast days. Too much … to skin. Given outdoor play, much of our exposure to UV rays occurs before we are 18 years of age. By the time we … are adults, many of us have soaked up more than enough UV rays to cause skin cancer. By protecting children from …
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… you need them before your surgery. These may include X-rays or an electrocardiogram (EKG). Your surgeon may want to … you: Urinate and change into a hospital gown. Remove any dental work, such as dentures or plates. Remove any hearing … you: Urinate and change into a hospital gown. Remove any dental work, such as dentures or plates. Remove any hearing …
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… Fluoride is a mineral that helps prevent tooth decay and dental cavities . It may be added to local water supplies, … onto the tooth to cover stains. Basic Dental Care Tooth Decay Citations American … Fluoride is a mineral that helps prevent tooth decay and dental cavities . It may be added to local water supplies, …
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… out of the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when the sun’s rays are the strongest. Never leave your baby alone in a … They can help protect your baby's eyes from harmful UV rays (and look darned cute in the process!). Standards for … brands are effective at screening or reflecting ultraviolet rays. Look for sunglasses that provide 99 to 100 per cent …
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… for Communicating Dementia: Understanding Behaviour Changes Dental Care for Older Adults Depression in Older Adults … for Communicating Dementia: Understanding Behaviour Changes Dental Care for Older Adults Depression in Older Adults …
Medications
… malabsorption, surgery) kidney problems recent or planned dental surgery/tooth removal Some people using denosumab may … that you are using this medication before you have any dental work done. To help prevent jawbone problems, have regular dental exams and learn how to keep your teeth and gums …
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… Childhood and adult disease prevention Infant vision and dental care Immunizations Environmental health hazards …
