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… and varicella (MMRV) vaccine What if I am planning on getting pregnant? If you are a woman of childbearing age, make sure you are immune to rubella before getting pregnant. If you …
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… Overview Hypoxia occurs when the cornea does not get enough oxygen. It is the most common complication of … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the …
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… of the cervix . It is not a high-risk condition. It often gets better on its own as the pregnancy progresses. As the … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the …
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… adolescents may be somewhat awkward or clumsy as they get used to longer limbs and bigger bodies. Their brains … sport activities become more competitive. Sometimes you'll need to urge your child to get off the couch and exercise. You can help …
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… page: About This Medicine About This Medicine Make sure you know about each of the medicines you take. This includes why you take it, how to take it, … dose or change to a different medicine. Always be sure you get specific information on the medicine you're taking. For …
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… What is Rh sensitization during pregnancy? You may have Rh-negative blood, and your baby may have Rh-positive blood. If the two types of … the baby probably would not be affected. But if you get pregnant again, the antibodies could attack your baby's …
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… go away in 7 to 10 days. But it can take 1 to 2 weeks to get completely better. The flu usually occurs during the … Colds usually last 1 to 2 weeks. As the cold gets worse, your nose may get stuffy with thicker mucus . You can catch a cold at any time of year, but they are more …
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… Safe drinking water in your baby's first year Last updated August 11, 2013 Did you know that some types of drinking water can be harmful to babies? If you get water from a private well or another non-regulated …
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… Overview Fertility awareness is a way to check the changes your body goes through during your menstrual cycle . (It's also called natural family … or to try to avoid pregnancy. A woman is most often able to get pregnant for about 6 days each month. This includes the …
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… go all the time, and their parents' biggest challenge is getting them to slow down. For less active kids, parents … Here are some tips for fitting physical activity into your children's day - at home, at school, at play and along … school - Actively participate in making lunch, or help younger siblings get ready for school Do some body wake-up …
