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… family member who has it. An autoimmune disease , such as diabetes, lupus, or rheumatoid arthritis. Had a head injury, … family member who has it. An autoimmune disease , such as diabetes, lupus, or rheumatoid arthritis. Had a head injury, …
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… problems caused by surgery. But this is rare. If you have diabetes or circulation problems or if you smoke, you may be … problems caused by surgery. But this is rare. If you have diabetes or circulation problems or if you smoke, you may be …
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… Talk Tobacco For more information, talk to your health care provider, pharmacist or visit the QuitNow website . If … studied. Ensure you vape outdoors. Avoid vaping around children, people with asthma and other breathing challenges, …
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… Getting enough vitamin D helps prevent these problems. Children who don't get enough vitamin D may not grow as much … D. Older women who take calcium supplements need to be careful that they do not take too much. The amount of … Getting enough vitamin D helps prevent these problems. Children who don't get enough vitamin D may not grow as much …
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… with HIV) exposure in the work environment (e.g., health care providers or emergency responders) sharing needles, … 2 weeks. The second type of HIV test is a called a point-of-care (POC) test using a drop of blood taken from your … result is available at the time of testing. When a point-of-care test indicates that HIV antibodies may be present, a …
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… in a crib The crib is the one place where babies and young children are regularly left unsupervised. So it's important … whichever comes first. These are strangulation hazards for children who can get on their hands and knees. Don't use … in a crib The crib is the one place where babies and young children are regularly left unsupervised. So it's important …
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… between ages 10 and 17 and causes similar seizures. Many children with juvenile absence epilepsy have generalized … between ages 10 and 17 and causes similar seizures. Many children with juvenile absence epilepsy have generalized …
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… Protective Padding Calluses and Corns: Using Pumice Stones Care for a Skin Wound Caregiving: Skin Care for Immobile Adults Changes in Your Nails Colour …
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… Caregiving: Using a Bedpan or Urinal On this page: Getting … bed pad can be removed soon after use. Remove the bedpan carefully when the person is finished. slide 2 of 2 < Prev Next > slide 2 of 2, Remove the bedpan carefully when the person is finished., Hold the bedpan in …
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… a test is necessary for me now. Heather, age 30 I don't plan to have a test now. My doctor says I'm at pretty low … on screening for chlamydia and gonorrhea in primary care for individuals not known to be at high risk. CMAJ, … on screening for chlamydia and gonorrhea in primary care for individuals not known to be at high risk. CMAJ, …
