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… white or yellow patches at the back of the throat and, in children, abdominal pain. Impetigo is a skin infection and … children, older adults, those with chickenpox, people with diabetes, chronic heart or lung disease, and people who are … GAS you may require antibiotics. Speak to your health care provider for more information. How can I prevent group …
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… Blisters On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Check Your Symptoms … Yes Red streaks or pus No Red streaks or pus Do you have diabetes, a weakened immune system , peripheral arterial … of the tetanus vaccine series. Pain in adults and older children Severe pain (8 to 10) : The pain is so bad that you …
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… and Older On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … Yes Red streaks or pus No Red streaks or pus Do you have diabetes, a weakened immune system , peripheral arterial … from more than 3.1 m (10 ft) [more than 1.5 m (5 ft) for children under 2 years and adults over 65]. A car crash in …
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… have lots of calories but offer no nutrition. Track and plan your meals and snacks. Plan what you'll eat, and eat on … MD - Family Medicine Rhonda O'Brien MS, RD, CDE - Certified Diabetes Educator Colleen O'Connor PhD, RD - Registered … - Family Medicine & Rhonda O'Brien MS, RD, CDE - Certified Diabetes Educator & Colleen O'Connor PhD, RD - Registered …
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… and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional … program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney … must be used within 2 weeks. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet …
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… up. Discuss goals for the family and how you as a group plan to reach them. Problem solve. When you notice a … your child remember. Use novel ideas in a consistent way. Children with ADHD respond to newness (novelty). They are … or art supplies. At night, make a list of items to take to school the next day and things that need to be done before …
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… help teens gain confidence to make good choices. Even young children have opinions about substance use. So start early … with your teen about the effects of substances on emotions, schoolwork, and health. If you have a family history of … family is expected to be together, such as at mealtimes. Plan family outings or other family fun activities. Be fair …
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… mean that you or your baby will have problems. Your health plan may have its own list of what makes a pregnancy … may be high-risk if: You have a health problem, such as: Diabetes . Cancer. High blood pressure . Kidney disease . … about any health problems you have. How will your doctor care for you during your pregnancy? You will have more …
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… a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Surgery … include: Smoking. High cholesterol. High blood pressure. Diabetes. People with diabetes often have arterial disease … foods low in saturated fat. Try a heart-healthy eating plan like the DASH diet or the Mediterranean diet. If you …
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… 'Well, I'm going to be really good and stay on this food plan now until I get the weight off.' It was more a … take it home for another meal the next day. She also takes care when ordering. She'll order grilled fish. "You stay … MD - Family Medicine Rhonda O'Brien MS, RD, CDE - Certified Diabetes Educator Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: …