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… Deciding to Get Treatment for PTSD On this page: Overview Overview There are many reasons why you may not want to get treated for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) . You may not trust therapists or psychologists. You may worry …
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… Quitting Smoking: Getting Support Actionset Overview You've made a big decision. You're going to quit smoking. Quitting is hard, and you …
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… Physical activity and nutrition for older adults Last updated January 27, 2025 Overview Eating well and being active can help you stay healthy and strong, as well as prevent and manage … safety People ages 60 and over are at an increased risk of getting food-borne illness. Read about how to make safe food …
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… Substance Use Disorders in Older Adults On this page: Overview … think that substance use disorder happens only to teens and younger adults. But people of all ages can have this … pain). You take medicines while drinking alcohol. You don't get a prescription renewed. You don't take medicine as your …
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… Warning Signs of Suicide in Older Adults On this page: Overview … antidepressant medicines and the risk of suicide. Talk to your doctor about these possible side effects and the … seriously. If someone you know is threatening suicide, get help right away. To learn more, see Suicidal Thoughts or …
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… Helping you make it happen Last updated January 29, 2025 Have you … one told you to be more active? Are you unsure about how to get started? If so, then you're in the right place. This … routine does occur. Staying Motivated to Exercise: Tips for Older Adults (National Institute on Aging, USA) What …
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… Getting started and feeding cues Last updated August 12, 2013 Download PDF: Document French If this is your first time breastfeeding, it may take some practice before you feel confident. Here are some tips to get you off to a …
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… Breastfeeding Your Newborn and an Older Child On this page: Overview … more than one child is called tandem breastfeeding. If you continue to feed your older child along with your …
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… Get started on expressing breastmilk Last updated August 10, … to do hand expression in the first three to four days after your baby is born is important. Hand expression of colostrum … for a few minutes after feeding gives extra stimulation to your breasts. Although this extra stimulation is not …
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… Asthma in Older Adults: Managing Treatment On this page: Overview … Diagnosis and treatment of asthma can be a challenge if you are age 65 or older. You might have another medical … your asthma, you and your doctor should work closely together, especially if you: Have a history of smoking or have …
