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… earth, cover it with plastic If there is high humidity in your home that cannot otherwise be controlled, use a dehumidifier. Make sure you choose a device that best meets your room size and humidity Repair all internal and external …
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… snacks as a part of their eating pattern. Snacks can: Give you energy Satisfy hunger between meals Provide important … At the grocery store Plan snacks in advance and add them to your grocery list. Having a list will help save time, money … in sodium, sugars and saturated fat   At home Include a vegetable or fruit with each snack. Rinse vegetables and …
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… done with local anesthesia . Depending on the type of work you do, you should be able to go back to work or your normal routine in 2 to 3 weeks. The incisions leave …
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… Walking log Last updated November 1, 2021 Recording your walks is a good way to maintain a schedule, track your progress, and set goals for yourself. Our walking log allows you to track where you’re …
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… Anemia during a healthy pregnancy is common. Anemia means your red blood cell level is low. It can happen when you're pregnant because your body is working hard to make more blood to help your …
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… or when they lie down—may need to be treated for GERD. If you have persistent nighttime asthma symptoms, especially coughing and wheezing, GERD could be making your asthma symptoms worse. Steps you can take that may reduce the symptoms of GERD include …
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… page: Overview Overview Sometimes after you swallow a pill it may feel like it "got stuck" or didn't … This feeling usually goes away within 30 to 60 minutes if you drink liquids or eat a piece of bread. You may not have any symptoms when something is stuck in …
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… and the placenta starts to form.  By about two weeks, when you miss your first period, the embryo becomes a layered disc on the … forming. The fetus can now move in the amniotic fluid, but you can’t feel it. Your healthcare provider may be able to …
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… had children, the baby may not drop until labour begins. You may or may not notice a change in the shape of your abdomen after dropping. You may notice that your breathing becomes easier and …
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… Self-Care Supplies On this page: Overview Overview More of your health care takes place in your home than anywhere else. Having the right tools, … supplies, and information on hand is important for your self-care. Most of the items below don't cost a lot. …