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… causes it? Vibrio vulnificus foodborne illness occurs when you eat seafood infected with the bacteria or you have an open wound that is exposed to them. The bacteria … again, start with small amounts of food. This will help you get enough nutrition. How can you prevent it? The best way …
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… intestine doesn't make enough of an enzyme called lactase . Your body needs lactase to break down, or digest, lactose. … Symptoms of lactose intolerance can be mild to severe. Your symptoms may depend on how much lactase your body … whey, curds, milk by-products, and non-fat dry milk powder. Get enough calcium in your diet. Foods that have calcium …
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… 1 or 2 hormones similar to estrogen and progestin, which your body produces. It can have many clinical uses … bleeding during menstruation (IUDs) Other uses Talk to your health care provider about which method is right for … difficult for an egg to attach How can I make sure I don’t get pregnant if I’m taking medications that affect my …
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… Overview Overview How can you reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)? … SIDS and/or other deaths related to sleep: footnote 1 Until your baby's first birthday, put your baby to sleep on their … without feeling cold. Make sure that your baby doesn't get too warm. Your baby is likely too warm if they sweat or …
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… in the wall of the large intestine (colon) bleed. If you have these pouches, you have a condition called diverticulosis . Diverticular … colon. How can you prevent it? Eating a high-fibre diet, getting plenty of fluid, and exercising regularly may help …
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… the world, and it is possible for cases to occur in Canada. Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect against measles. When you get immunized, you help protect others as well. The … health clinics and pharmacies (for those 4 years of age and older). You can find a health unit near you on ImmunizeBC. …
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… oral cancers start in the lining of the lips or mouth where you have thin, flat cells called squamous cells. This type … oral cavity cancer or oropharyngeal cancer. What puts you at risk? Things that increase your risk for oral cancer … normal cells. Chemotherapy and radiation may be given together. This is called chemoradiation. In some cases …
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… to make magnified images, or pictures, of the back of your eye . This includes the retina. It's the part of the eye that's most responsible for your vision. Common imaging methods include: Colour and … and treat eye problems. Doctors can see if a disease is getting worse or if treatment is working. You may need …
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… the following steps will protect the wound and protect you from exposure to another person's blood. Before you try to stop the bleeding : Wash your hands well with … has not slowed or stopped, continue direct pressure while getting help. Do all you can to keep the wound clean and …
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… that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and … unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels. Older adults should discuss the risks and benefits of this … on age/weight. Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it …
