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… are and plan how you will cope with each one. 6. Manage withdrawal When you quit smoking, your body has to … this. NRT or prescription medications can also help you manage withdrawal symptoms. 7. Go easy on yourself Quitting is … They do not contain nicotine but work in the brain to manage withdrawal symptoms and nicotine cravings, and can …
Healthy eating
… cancer, there are some things you can’t control, like age, sex, and family history. The good news, however, is … stomach cancers. Processed meats include ham, bacon, sausage, salami, hot dogs, pepperoni, many deli meats, and … size. Overweight and obesity increases the risk for esophageal, pancreatic, liver, colorectal, uterine (uterus or …
Health topics
… Clinical Trials On this page: Overview Overview Clinical trials … it works for a certain population, such as adults over the age of 65 or a certain racial group. New combinations of … scientific meetings, to medical journals, and to government agencies. Your name will remain secret and will not be …
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… Diabetic Kidney Disease On this page: Health Tools Prevention Symptoms … is diabetic kidney disease? Diabetic kidney disease is damage to your kidneys caused by diabetes. This is sometimes … failure. But not everyone with diabetes has kidney damage. What causes it? The kidneys have many tiny blood …
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… Coping When Your Child Is Near the End of Life On this page: Overview Making a Care Plan Getting Support Related … child can still receive medicines or other treatments to manage pain, anxiety, and other symptoms. Families also can … What to say to your child may depend on your child's age and maturity. Even many younger children can understand …
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… Obesity On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your … Obesity: Should I Use a Diet Plan to Lose Weight? Weight Management: Should I Use Over-the-Counter Diet Aids? Actionsets … while women store more in the hips and thighs. As women age, more fat is stored in the abdomen. Medicines or health …
Medications
… Methylphenidate Sustained-Action, Osmotic - Oral On this page: Uses Other Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions … Drug Interactions Overdose Notes Missed Dose Storage Pronunciation: METH-il-FEN-i-date Common Brand Name(s): … and consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
Medications
… Fondaparinux - Injection On this page: Uses Other Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions … Drug Interactions Overdose Notes Missed Dose Storage Medical Alert Pronunciation: FON-da-PAR-in-ux Common … nail cutters, and avoid activities such as contact sports. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
Medications
… Nitrazepam - Oral On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug Interactions Overdose Notes Missed Dose Storage Pronunciation: nye-TRAY-zeh-pam Common Brand Name(s): … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
Medications
… Glyburide - Oral On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug Interactions Overdose Notes Missed Dose Storage Medical Alert Pronunciation: GLYE-bure-ide Common Brand … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …