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… Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) On this page: Health Tools … . For some people, a slow heart rate does not cause any problems. It can be a sign of being very fit. Healthy young … prevent serious problems. These problems include fainting, injuries from fainting, and even death. How can you care for …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What are meningococcal … ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not …
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… Pertussis Vaccine - Injection On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … as fainting, dizziness, vision changes, or ringing in the ears just after getting a vaccine injection. Tell your … as latex), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your health care professional for more …
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… Poliovirus Vaccine - Injection On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … as fainting, dizziness, vision changes, or ringing in the ears just after getting a vaccine injection. Tell your … formaldehyde), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your health care professional for more …
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… Checklist for Preventing Falls at Home On this page: Overview Overview Every year, thousands of older adults fall and hurt themselves. … ____Move furniture so that your path through a room is clear. ____Remove throw rugs on floors. Or use double-sided …
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… Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST) Test On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is … blood. AST is normally found in red blood cells , liver , heart, muscle tissue, pancreas , and kidneys. AST formerly … in the blood. When body tissue or an organ such as the heart or liver is diseased or damaged, additional AST is …
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… Postpartum: First 6 Weeks After Childbirth On this page: Health Tools Recovery At Home Coping With Emotions Common Problems Postpartum Checkup Health and Nutrition Newborn … responding to his or her cues. Frequently Asked Questions Learning about the postpartum period: What should I expect …
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… for about 6 months. They also support breastfeeding for 2 years or longer. footnote 1 But your baby benefits from any … the baby to carry the bottle around. This can help prevent injuries if your baby falls. It also can help keep the … and legs. If the legs are wrapped tightly or straight, hip problems may develop. Make sure your baby is alert. …
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… last for more than a few months. Sometimes it can last for years. What causes it? Causes of low back pain may include … medical care decisions that are important to many health problems. Low Back Pain: Should I Have an MRI? Low Back … strains of soft tissues such as ligaments and muscles, or injuries to the small joints between the bones of the spine. …
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… Laser Resurfacing On this page: Treatment Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How … with your doctor to watch for signs of infection or other problems. What you can do Follow the instructions from your … known. Keep in mind that new wrinkles will probably appear as your skin ages. Wrinkles caused by repeated movement …