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… advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … small meals, not eating before treatment, or limiting activity may help lessen some of these effects. If any of … talk to your doctor right away about the risks and benefits of this medication. Since this drug can be absorbed …
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… your vagina and are good to use when you swim or do other physical activities. A pad has adhesive strips that help it … advice about how and when you can get pregnant. Talk to a health professional—your doctor, school nurse, or nurse … (PMS) Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… also increases this rate to meet your body's needs during physical activity and lowers it during sleep. An orderly contraction … (EKG) Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… carve out study time, eat nourishing foods, and get regular physical activity. Help your teen manage money. Have your teen watch … 15 to 18 Years Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - …
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… surgeon removes the diseased heart and replaces it with a healthy heart from a recently deceased donor. The surgeon … have to stay longer. How long you'll stay depends on your health and if you have complications from surgery. While in … be active again. Your transplanted heart will respond to activity a little differently. Your heart rate will not …
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… adults. FLACS may not be completely covered by provincial health plans, but it may be a better option in some cases. … surgery Wait and see What is usually involved? What are the benefits? What are the risks and side effects? Have cataract … These stories are based on information gathered from health professionals and consumers. They may be helpful as …
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… provides child protection services. Reporting child abuse Physical, verbal, or sexual abuse at any time, at any age, … to someone confidentially and to get more information, call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1 (or 7-1-1 for the deaf and hard of …
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… advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … (latex or polyurethane condoms/dental dams) during sexual activity as directed by your doctor. Do not share personal … effects of these changes are unknown. Discuss the risks and benefits of treatment with your doctor, as well as the …
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… is always possible during surgery. For most people, the benefits of having surgery outweigh the risk of infection … of these signs lasting longer than a few days. Call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1 to speak to a registered nurse any … These bacteria grow slowly and are not detected without physical symptoms of infection. If you do not have any …
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… with cancer screening and take measures to protect your health and that of your family. Or you may be concerned that … Genetic counselling can help you understand the risks and benefits of testing and help you make a well-informed … medical genetics and counselling. They are sensitive to the physical and emotional aspects of these decisions. Your …