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… placenta starts to form.  By about two weeks, when you miss your first period, the embryo becomes a layered disc on the … can now move in the amniotic fluid, but you can’t feel it. Your healthcare provider may be able to hear the fetal heart … of pregnancy – the first trimester - is a critical time. Your baby is growing and developing rapidly, and is most at …
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… white or yellow patches at the back of the throat and, in children, abdominal pain. Impetigo is a skin infection and … body tissue or limb. The original site of infection on your body may be a minor wound or injury such as a small … occur from contact with those whose infection is not causing symptoms. GAS infection is more common in those with …
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… 1, 2016 One way to see how much progress you’re making in your physical activity is to measure the amount of effort it … (RPE) scale will help you estimate how hard you’re working (your activity intensity). Perceived exertion is how hard you think your body is exercising. Ratings on this scale are related …
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… Services provided by a midwife A midwife can: Act as your designated most responsible provider in primary care … medical conditions and prescribe medications related to your reproductive and sexual health Deliver your baby in a hospital or out of hospital setting (like …
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… who received TIg. Who should get tetanus immune globulin? Your health care provider may give you TIg if you have a … and have had less than 3 doses of a tetanus vaccine or your immunization history is unknown. TIg is recommended for … risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to …
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… what people say Have ringing, hissing or clicking noises in your ear What are the different types of hearing loss? There … or a hearing instrument practitioner without a referral. If your hearing seems to deteriorate or drop rapidly (over the … Hearing aids do not cure hearing loss. They help improve your hearing and your ability to communicate. A hearing aid …
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… spine and spine related conditions, and what to expect from your family chiropractor, visit British Columbia … without the use of drugs or surgery for problems related to your muscles, joints, nerves and spine. Common conditions … and other resources that may be helpful when thinking about your health care options: Find a Doctor of Chiropractic Near …
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… to 6 small scars. An example is in the picture on the left. Your surgeon may make 1 or 2 of the small openings a little … done to remove tumours that are blocking the intestine or causing bleeding. How Well It Works Bowel resection is the … return to other areas of the intestines after surgery. In children, surgery may improve well-being and quality of life …
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… Other symptoms can include skin flushing and rashes. As children tend to drink more water per unit of body weight … in drinking water over years or decades can increase your risk of developing certain cancers, including: Skin … minor. For this reason, consider taking precautions with your drinking water even if the arsenic levels are slightly …
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… their overall health and wellness. A dietitian can: Assess your food and nutrition needs Work with you to develop a practical and healthy eating plan and track your progress Provide tips for meal planning, shopping, and cooking Help you create or adjust your nutrition goals Offer ongoing support and information …