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… Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the risks of drinking during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you and … barrier free sex. Is there any safe time to drink alcohol during pregnancy? There is no safe time to drink alcohol during pregnancy. Your baby’s brain and nervous system …
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… as flooding, and what you can to do stay safe and healthy during and after a flooding event in your area by using the … Flooding Preparedness Guide . On this page: Before a flood During a flood Dealing with stress and trauma After a flood Before a flood Emergency preparedness During flooding roads may be closed, you may be cut off from …
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… heart is beating. Your doctor will usually check your pulse during a physical examination or in an emergency, but you … your pulse rate during or after exercise to see if you are exercising at your target heart rate. Or you can wear a … changes your heart rate. To check your heart rate while exercising: After exercising for about 10 minutes, stop and …
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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is dental health during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of your teeth and gums during pregnancy for the following reasons: Hormonal changes … x-rays and local anesthetics for dental treatment can be safely provided during pregnancy. If x-rays are required, …
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… muscle fitness has improved. Building your muscle fitness safely Strength training is an important part of overall … physical fitness. Here's how to build your muscle fitness safely. If you can, learn from a professional. Your training … muscle fitness has improved. Building your muscle fitness safely Strength training is an important part of overall …
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… Tools Side Effects Medicine Interactions Using Medicines Safely Overview All medicines can cause … Safe When You Take Several Medicines Using Medicines Safely Medicines are an important part of treatment for many … you need to know your medicines. And you need to take them safely. Know your medicines Talk to your doctors. Make sure …
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… the two groin areas. Groin injuries most often occur during: Sports or recreational activities, such as ice … do not need to call an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else … Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Quick Tips: Safely Giving Over-the-Counter Medicines to Children More …
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… in different ways. Some people have asthma attacks only during allergy season, or when they breathe in cold air, or … especially one caused by a virus, such as influenza. Exercising (exercise-induced asthma), especially if the air … you start the activity so you can avoid an attack. Avoid exercising outdoors in cold weather. If you are outdoors in …
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… behavioural problems affecting people exposed to alcohol during pregnancy. FASD is the leading developmental … FASD? FASD is prevented by avoiding drinking any alcohol during pregnancy. There is no safe amount, safe time or safe type of alcohol to drink during pregnancy . It is not known how much alcohol it takes …
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… people who have ICDs worry that the ICD might shock them during sex. The risk of getting a shock during sex seems to be the same as during any other similar level of exercise. If you get a …
