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Burns and scalds in young children

… irons Other hazards: The glass of a gas fireplace or glass-fronted gas fireplaces Open fireplaces Household appliances, …

Cervical Spinal Fusion

… To do the surgery, the doctor makes a cut in either the front or the back of your neck. The cut is called an … To do the surgery, the doctor makes a cut in either the front or the back of your neck. The cut is called an …

Preventing Poisoning in Young Children

… your cupboards. And be careful of what you store in your bedside table and other cupboards that are lower than your … he or she can get very ill or die. Do not take medicines in front of your young child. Children like to mimic adult … he or she can get very ill or die. Do not take medicines in front of your young child. Children like to mimic adult …

Foot Problems Finding the Right Shoes

… foot doctor for recommendations specific to your needs. Consider the following when shopping for footwear: Try on shoes … shoes. High-heeled shoes increase pressure on the front of the foot and on the toe joints. If you cannot avoid … shoes. High-heeled shoes increase pressure on the front of the foot and on the toe joints. If you cannot avoid …

Thyroid Surgery

… the tissue, lump, or tumour through a cut (incision) in the front of your neck. You will likely have a tube, called a … the tissue, lump, or tumour through a cut (incision) in the front of your neck. You will likely have a tube, called a …

Closed-Angle Glaucoma Medicines to Avoid

… (dilate) the pupil, the dark spot in the centre of the eye. Having wide pupils when you have these other problems … medical care right away to prevent lasting damage to your eye. Some examples of prescription and over-the-counter … depression (tricyclic antidepressants). Talk with your eye specialist about medicines that you should not take. …

Rash Age 11 and Younger

… Symptoms Overview Healthy skin is a barrier between the inside of the body and the outside environment. A rash means … there sores or a rash inside the mouth or nose or in the eyes? Yes Rash or sores in mouth, nose, or eyes No Rash or sores in mouth, nose, or eyes Has your child …

Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol

… and sirloin roast instead of higher fat cuts such as rib eye steak Replace deep fried foods with grilled, steamed or … breakfast Add barley to your favourite soup or serve as a side dish Replace meats in soups and casseroles with beans, … salads Have steamed edamame (young soybeans) as a snack or side dish Add TVP to tomato sauce or chili What else can …

Tennis Elbow

… tendons and muscles. Arthroscopy allows the doctor to see inside the elbow. Bone scans are done in rare cases. They can … tendons and muscles. Arthroscopy allows the doctor to see inside the elbow. Bone scans are done in rare cases. They can …

Prediabetes Which Treatment Should I Use to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes

… other health problems. Over time, diabetes can harm your eyes, nerves, and kidneys. It can damage your blood vessels. … can. Works very well and is generally safe. Metformin has side effects. When some people first start taking metformin … life and may lead to many other problems. It can harm your eyes, nerves, and kidneys. It can lead to heart disease and …