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… Sjögren's: Caring for Yourself at Home Actionset Overview Sjögren's syndrome (say "SHOH-grins") causes your body's defence, or immune, system to attack the glands … Syndrome Current as of: February 27, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… to the lungs and the body. What controls the timing of your heartbeat? Your heart's electrical system controls the timing of your … (EKG) Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… can make school a challenge. Regular communication with your child and with teachers, coaches, and other staff is an important part of helping your child succeed. Work with your child and your child's … and Teens Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… syndrome (say "ghee-YAN bah-RAY") is a problem with your nervous system . It causes muscle weakness, loss of reflexes, and numbness or tingling in your arms, legs, face, and other parts of your body. This … Zika Virus Current as of: August 25, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… be emotionally vulnerable. To help strengthen and support healthy self-esteem in your child: Help your child learn how to make and keep friends. Healthy …
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… Information Overview Exercise is good for healthy pregnant women who are receiving prenatal care. Try … to be active in blocks of 10 minutes or more throughout your day and week. Exercise can improve your posture, relieve back pain and other discomforts …
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… (EKG or ECG) records the electrical activity of your heart while you do your usual activities. Ambulatory means that you are able to … the Doctor Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… but powerful exercise for vertigo . It can help improve your balance. Walking with greater balance will allow you to function better on your own, which in turn may lead to improved … Exercises Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… from 18-24 months Last updated August 10, 2013 At this age, your toddler is probably happier playing alongside - rather … with other children is an excellent way to foster your toddler’s social and emotional development. On this … family and friends. This special time not only strengthens your bond – it nurtures and supports your child’s social and …
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… when they get 7 to 8 hours of sleep each day. Sleep gives your brain time to grow and repair cells and rebuild your energy. Lack of sleep over time can cause sleep … and Older Current as of: November 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …