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… Substance Use: Staying Alcohol- or Drug-Free After Treatment On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Recovery from substance use disorder …
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Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Alcoholic cardiomyopathy is caused by long-term heavy alcohol use . It is a type of …
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… Sugar Alcohols On this page: Overview Overview Sugar alcohols are a type of sweetener. They are used in foods labelled "sugar-free" or "no sugar added." … & Colleen O'Connor PhD, RD - Registered Dietitian This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. …
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Down Syndrome, Ages 1 to 5 On this page: … & Louis Pellegrino MD - Developmental Pediatrics This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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Cuts: When Stitches Are Needed On this page: Overview Related Information Overview It is important to determine if your … any area where you are worried about scarring (for cosmetic reasons). Wounds on the eyelids often need treatment for …
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Stopping Facial Bleeding On this page: Overview Related Information Overview If emergency care is not needed, the … apply pressure only as a last resort. Have the person lie down with their head elevated. Remove or cut clothing from around the wound. Remove any jewellery …
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… No to Alcohol and Drugs On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Alcohol is part of many traditions and is … "No, I'm really trying to stay clean." "No, I'm trying to cut back." Give a reason why you don't want to drink or use … so don't ask me again." "I told you I don't use anymore, so stop asking." "I'm trying really hard to stay clean, so …
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… Making a Plan to Help Someone Get Treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder On this page: Overview Related Information Overview You can use this list to help you plan … is there. What will be said. You might want to write down what you will say so you can practice several times. …
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… Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Related Information Test Overview A blood alcohol test measures the … to reach its highest level. About 90% of alcohol is broken down in the liver . The rest of it is passed out of the body … drunk or intoxicated. If this test is being done for legal reasons, a consent form may be required, but refusing to …
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Stopping Medicine for Epilepsy On this page: Overview Related Information Overview If you haven't had a seizure in several … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …