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… Choosing a Vitamin and Mineral Supplement On this page: Health Tools Topic … that provide a lot more than the RDA can cause health problems. This is especially important for minerals and the … been proved to cure diseases such as cancer, diabetes , heart disease , or digestive problems. If it sounds too good …
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… Men's Health Learning Center Learn about men's health Men have a lot of … should have a PSA test? Or what you can do about erection problems? You will find lots of information here to help you … Low Testosterone Male Condoms Male Genital Problems and Injuries Military Sexual Trauma Orchiectomy Orchiectomy for …
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… Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … type of depression that occurs during the same season each year. It is sometimes called winter depression or seasonal … and other circadian rhythms . Lack of light may also cause problems with serotonin, a brain chemical that affects mood. …
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… Food Safety: Tips for Grocery Shopping On this page: Overview Overview There are things … other food items. Do not buy meat or poultry that has a tear in the package or is leaking. Pick up your refrigerated … Diarrhea, Age 11 and Younger Diarrhea, Age 12 and Older Foodborne Illness and Safe Food Handling Health and …
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… Ulcerative Colitis On this page: Health Tools Symptoms What Happens … and stool sample testing. Testing can help rule out other problems that can cause similar symptoms, such as Crohn's … the symptoms come and go. Some people go for months or years without symptoms (remission) and then have a flare-up. …
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… Dimenhydrinate - Injection On this page: Uses Other Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions … may also be used for symptoms of other motion and balance problems such as feelings of dizziness/spinning (vertigo) and inner ear problems (such as Meniere's disease). It may also be …
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… of serious infections, such as severe skin rashes, eye and ear infections, and pneumonia. How can I make sure the water … to help you properly maintain water quality by identifying problems, knowing which chemicals to add, and knowing how … others. Properly installed handrails can reduce the risk of injuries from slips or falls. Make sure the handrails cannot …
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… put numbing creams and patches for infants, toddlers, and older children for routine immunizations. If you have … used. Use of these products will change depending on: the age of the child; how the product is applied; the amount of … arm only) Where do I apply numbing products for the 4 to 6 year immunization visit? The immunizations given at 4 to 6 …
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… Side Effects of Chemotherapy On this page: Overview Overview The side effects … and how to manage them. Most side effects are short-term problems. They slowly go away during the recovery part of … chemo may cause a mild decline in how well you can think, learn, reason, and remember. This is often called "chemo …
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… Violent Behaviour in Children and Teens On this page: Overview Overview Violence causes … . Carrying or talking about a weapon, especially a firearm. Buying or talking about other means, such as poisons, … of bullying Poor school performance or attendance Frequent problems with figures of authority What can you do if you …